Production Technician

Job Title: Production Technician Job Description

As a Production Technician, you will be responsible for assembling small parts using hand tools. You will work with cable harnesses and be expected to proficiently read and interpret drawings. Your role will require strong attention to detail and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small parts from schematic and technical drawings.

• Follow work instructions to ensure accurate assembly.

• Use small screwdrivers to secure bolts to parts.

• Utilize tools such as wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, and heat guns.

• Operate various hand tools, VOM, cable tester, and tape measure.

• Apply general mechanical techniques such as geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices.

• Verify measurements to ensure part compliance using devices like calipers and pin gauges.

• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

• Work collaboratively within a production team environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience with electronics and cable harness assembly.

• Proficiency in soldering with at least 6 months of experience.

• Strong attention to detail documented through references.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings proficiently.

• Basic computer skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optics.

• General knowledge of mechanical techniques.

• Ability to verify part dimensions against drawing requirements.

Why Work Here?

Join a small, close-knit team that values collaboration and offers a supportive work environment. Enjoy working first shift in a clean, climate-controlled facility.

Work Environment

The company operates in an old ice skating rink building, providing a unique work setting. With a team of about 20 people, the atmosphere is casual, and jeans are acceptable attire. For those involved in soldering, wearing ESD smocks is required. The environment is climate-controlled and clean.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Johnstown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnstown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.