Production Operator

Job Description
This role focuses on fabricating and assembling complex plastic tube products, primarily using PFA tubing, to meet precise design specifications. You will use specialized tools and equipment to fuse, cut, form, bend, and shape tubing, while working from detailed drawings and work orders in a collaborative, quality-focused environment.
Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble complex plastic tube products using techniques to fuse, cut, form, bend, and shape plastic (primarily PFA) tubing according to precise design specifications.
• Use hand tools, bench top welders, and precision equipment to form and assemble PFA tubes safely and accurately.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, prints, assembly drawings, PNIDs, and work orders to carry out design specifications for each product.
• Measure components and assemblies using rulers, calipers, protractors, and other measurement tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and repeatability.
• Perform mechanical assembly work, including tube bending and production assembly, in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Operate relevant machines and equipment to support tube fabrication and assembly processes.
• Work in a team environment to share best practices, enhance techniques, and improve process repeatability.
• Collaborate with the area lead to prioritize workload and align daily tasks with production schedules.
• Notify the area lead of material shortages, equipment issues, or other problems that may affect the production schedule.
• Maintain cleanroom and fabrication area standards, including proper handling and cleanliness of tools, materials, and finished products.
• Gown up and perform assembly tasks in a cleanroom environment when required.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, the area lead, and management to support smooth production flow and continuous improvement.
• Multi-task across different assembly and fabrication activities while maintaining focus on quality and safety.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with tube bending and mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency using measurement equipment such as rulers, calipers, protractors, and other measuring tools.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, assembly drawings, and PNIDs.
• Experience working in assembly within a cleanroom environment.
• Competence in using hand tools, bench top welders, and precision equipment for tube forming and assembly.
• Familiarity with production, cleanroom, and assembly operations.
• Ability to operate machines and equipment related to tube fabrication and mechanical assembly.
• Strong basic math skills to support accurate measurement and layout work.
• Capability to communicate effectively with coworkers, area leads, and management.
• Self-starter and self-motivated approach to daily tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with plastic tubing, especially PFA, in fabrication or assembly settings.
• Experience in cleanroom production or manufacturing environments.
• Comfort working with corrosion-resistant and ultrapure fluid handling components.
• Exposure to industries such as electronics, chemical processing, water and wastewater treatment, metal finishing, pollution control, life sciences, or construction-related mechanical systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to evolving production processes.

Why Work Here?
You will join a growing organization with a stable backlog of work, providing strong job stability and long-term opportunities. The company focuses on specialized, ultrapure fluid handling solutions across a broad range of industries, offering exposure to diverse applications and technologies. You will work in a collaborative environment where continuous improvement, skill development, and teamwork are encouraged, giving you the chance to expand your technical capabilities and advance your career.
Work Environment
The role is primarily based in a cleanroom-oriented production setting. In the fabricator position, you will typically work outside the cleanroom but must be willing and able to gown up and work inside the cleanroom as needed. The environment involves the use of hand tools, bench top welders, precision measurement equipment, and various machines for tube forming and assembly. Work is performed in a structured production setting with a focus on cleanliness, accuracy, and adherence to procedures. You will collaborate closely with a team, an area lead, and other production staff in a facility that supports fluid handling systems for a wide range of industrial applications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Tualatin,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.