Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate Job Description

This role supports production operations across two locations, focusing on mechanical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and ensuring all units meet quality and performance standards. The position involves assembling pumps and motors, performing functional tests, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with supervisors and project teams to deliver high-quality products in a manufacturing floor environment.

• Assemble pumps, motors, and related components according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform mechanical fitting, alignment, and torquing using standard hand and power tools.
• Conduct functional testing on completed pump assemblies, including pressure tests and operational checks to verify performance.
• Inspect parts and assemblies for defects, deviations, or quality issues and promptly report findings.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues that arise during assembly and testing, collaborating with management or engineering teams as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including build records, test results, and check-in reports.
• Follow all safety protocols and apply 5S practices to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support inventory and material handling tasks such as staging parts, returning unused components, and preparing products for shipment.
• Paint and perform touch-up work on pumps according to customer color requirements.
• Provide clear feedback to supervisors and project managers regarding production status, issues, and improvements.
• Work effectively in a team environment on the manufacturing floor, including tasks that involve standing, bending, and crane usage.

• Mechanical equipment service and repair experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform mechanical assembly work, including pumps and motors.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow detailed procedures.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools for assembly and repair tasks.
• Ability to use measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and scales.
• Capability to work safely and efficiently in a manufacturing floor environment that involves standing, bending, and crane usage.
• Attention to detail to ensure all units meet quality and performance standards.
• Effective communication skills to provide feedback to supervisors and project managers.

• Experience as a service technician or mechanic in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with functional testing of mechanical equipment, including pressure and operational checks.
• Experience with 5S or similar workplace organization and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to perform basic painting and touch-up work according to customer specifications.
• Comfort working across multiple locations as needed to support production demands.

Join a collaborative team environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are core values. You will work with hands-on mechanical projects, gain exposure to a variety of equipment and processes, and contribute directly to delivering reliable products to customers. The role offers stable daytime hours and the opportunity to develop and refine your mechanical skills in a supportive production setting.

This is a first-shift position with typical hours from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The work takes place on a manufacturing floor in a warehouse environment that is not climate controlled. The role involves regular standing, bending, and use of cranes and other material handling equipment. You will work closely with a team in a production setting that emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to established procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77090.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77090.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.