Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Location: San Leandro, CA

Pay Rate: $22.00

Job Description

The Production Associate is an entry-level manufacturing position that supports multiple areas of production, including assembly, quality control, packaging, staging, finishing, and material handling. This role is ideal for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Team members will learn a variety of production processes while supporting daily production and quality objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and production activities using hand and power tools while following established work instructions and procedures.
• Support packaging and staging operations, including preparing products for shipment, labeling materials, and organizing inventory.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks to ensure products meet established standards.
• Assist with finishing processes, including sanding, painting preparation, and other production-related tasks.
• Support manufacturing operations involving equipment, printed components, and related production processes.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety requirements, and quality guidelines.
• Use basic computer systems and inventory tracking tools to record production information and material movement.
• Collaborate with team members across production, quality, and logistics functions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support production needs in various departments as required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, packaging, or general labor environments.
• Experience supporting assembly, packaging, shipping, receiving, staging, or material handling activities.
• Experience following written work instructions, procedures, or production processes.
• Experience performing quality inspections or quality-focused production tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and attendance expectations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and inventory tracking.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with assembly, packaging, manufacturing, or distribution operations.
• Familiarity with inventory systems and production tracking software.
• Experience working with production equipment or automated manufacturing processes.
• Ability to learn new processes quickly and adjust to changing priorities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Work Environment

• Schedule: Wednesday through Sunday, 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM.
• Training Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting production, assembly, packaging, and material movement activities.
• Frequent use of hand tools, production equipment, computers, and inventory systems.
• Requires standing for extended periods, repetitive tasks, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Team-oriented workplace focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 South San Francisco,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.