Entry Level Assembler

Job Title: Production Worker
Job Description
The General Production Worker supports high-volume manufacturing operations by transferring, stocking, loading, and unloading materials for automated production lines that produce airbag inflators. This role focuses on maintaining a steady flow of components to the line, performing basic rework on inflators when needed, and following established quality procedures and visual inspection standards to ensure products meet strict specifications.
Responsibilities

• Transfer, stock, and load/unload a wide variety of production materials to and from the manufacturing lines, including diffusers, holders, retainers, initiators, o-rings, end caps, sleeves, canisters, filters, tubes, disks, foil seals, springs, support barrels, shorting clips, labels, and generant.
• Support continuous operation of automated production equipment by ensuring materials are correctly staged, organized, and available at the appropriate workstations.
• Perform basic rework and correction on inflators as directed, following established procedures and quality standards.
• Carry out quality procedures and audits, including dimensional checks and visual inspections, to verify that products meet required specifications.
• Follow all safety protocols and handling procedures when working around explosives and other sensitive materials.
• Use automated equipment interfaces and technology tools as part of daily production activities, ensuring accurate operation and reporting.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with manufacturing and safety guidelines.
• Stand and walk throughout the shift to support production flow and respond to line needs in a timely manner.
• Lift, push, and pull materials and product up to 40 pounds on a regular basis to support production requirements.
• Adhere to all site rules related to prohibited items, including lighters, matches, cigarettes, chewing tobacco, vape pens, and e-cigarettes.
• Work assigned shifts and be available for extended hours, including overtime and rotating schedules that may involve weekend work.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours per day in a production setting with no sitting work areas.
• Comfort working in proximity to explosives and following strict safety procedures.
• Technical aptitude and comfort with automated equipment and technology-driven production processes.
• Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform quality checks, including dimensional and visual inspections.
• Reliability and willingness to work 67 days per week when required, including rotating schedules and weekend shifts.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established production and safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in developing mechanical aptitude that could support future growth into equipment technician or maintenance-focused roles.
• Willingness to learn additional production processes and quality procedures over time.
• Ability to adapt to changing work schedules and rotating days off while maintaining consistent performance.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to supporting a high-volume, safety-critical manufacturing operation.

Why Work Here?
You join a growing manufacturing operation that offers clear pathways for advancement and skill development. As you demonstrate reliability, technical aptitude, and strong performance, you can progress into lead operator and supervisory roles, or transition into equipment technician positions with a focus on maintenance and automation. The environment emphasizes equal access to weekend time off through rotating schedules, providing a fair and balanced approach to overtime. You work in a climate-controlled facility with modern automated equipment, gaining valuable experience in a safety-critical industry while building a long-term career.
Work Environment
The role is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility that uses automated production equipment to make airbag inflators. Work is performed entirely on your feet, with no sitting workstations, and involves regular lifting, pushing, and pulling of materials up to 40 pounds. The site enforces strict safety rules, including a prohibition on lighters, matches, cigarettes, chewing tobacco, vape pens, and e-cigarettes anywhere inside the facility; these items must remain in personal vehicles. Production operates on multiple shifts, including 1st shift (6:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.), and 3rd shift (10:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m.). The first workday is a standardized orientation day from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., after which team members move to their designated shift. Regular schedules are Monday through Friday, but the facility currently runs frequent weekend work and extended overtime. In areas with prolonged overtime, rotating schedules are used, typically 6 days on and 2 consecutive days off, with days off shifting week to week to provide shared access to weekends. This is a structured, safety-focused environment that relies on automated systems, clear procedures, and consistent attendanc
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.55/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 Queen Creek,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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