General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

As a General Production Worker, you will have the opportunity to operate roll formers and polishing lathes to create metal seals, including both small and large seals. Additionally, you may be involved in TIG welding and quality assurance inspection, ensuring the production of high-quality metal bands for aerospace applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate roll formers and polishing lathes to produce metal seals.

• Load sheet metal bands onto roll-formers and use a foot pump to run the machine.

• Inspect parts as they are manufactured, repeating processes approximately every 10 seconds.

• Polish seals with sandpaper either manually or using a machine.

• Work in the shearing department to cut metal for welders.

• For MO II, measure large seals up to 8ft in diameter using pi-tape and calipers.

• Assist in machine setup and tool adjustments, and perform calculations down to the thousandth decimal place.

• Operate semi-automatic TIG welders to weld metal strips into bands.

• Align seams and press buttons for machine welding processes.

• Inspect welds and final checks using magnifiers, depth gauges, and calipers.

• Verify thickness and dimensions of metal bands.

• Read job travelers to determine inspection requirements and provide approval stamps.

• Conduct data entry and use Microsoft Excel.

• Adhere to aerospace manufacturing standards (AS9100 & ISO 9001).

Essential Skills

• Prior manufacturing experience.

• Aptitude for math and basic counting skills.

• Experience with measuring tools such as calipers.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of processes.

• Good ability to read instructions and follow directions efficiently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards (AS9100 & ISO 9001) is preferred.

• Enjoys simple, light, and repetitive work.

• Ability to manipulate and handle small parts.

Why Work Here?

Working here means contributing to the creation of parts that go into jets, rockets, and airplanes. Enjoy a low-stress job in a well-lit and clean facility with no micromanaging. Benefit from a 4-10 schedule, offering flexibility on Fridays, and opportunities for growth with machine operator tiers. Enjoy free vision plans for internal employees and potential career paths in inventory, welding, CNC machining, and quality inspection.

Work Environment

Our work environment is centered around producing engineered metallic seals for jet engines and other aerospace applications. It consists of three buildings, each dedicated to different production needs. Enjoy a clean and well-lit setting with light duty work, primarily seated positions, and the ability to wear headphones. The facility promotes socialization among machine operators and ensures a comfortable work atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.25 - $18.25/hr.

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 Spokane Valley,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.