Assembly Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Operations Technician
Job Description

Candidates will be responsible for coordinating parts, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and shipping of company products. The role involves performing a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling, operating manual and automatic equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations according to appropriate work process instructions. Employees are expected to rotate among all stations within each assembly cell, performing repetitive work at a consistent pace to meet customer demands. A working knowledge and ability to repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies are essential, and tasks are largely completed using power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, drills, and torque guns.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate parts, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and shipping of company products.
• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling and operating manual and automatic equipment.
• Set up machines, test, and dismantle unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations.
• Rotate among all stations within each assembly cell, performing repetitive work to meet customer demands.
• Repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies using power tools.

• 6 months prior production experience.
• 6 months in an assembly-based position.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

• Experience with production, assembly, automotive, and quality inspection.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.

Join a dynamic manufacturing environment that values teamwork and skill development. Benefit from the opportunity to work across multiple assembly lines and hone your expertise in a fast-paced setting. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to high-quality products that meet customer demands.

Work Environment

This is a large manufacturing facility with approximately 270-290 production-based employees working across 13-14 different assembly lines. Open positions are available on 1st Shift (6 AM - 2 PM), 2nd Shift (2 PM - 10 PM), and 3rd Shift (10 PM - 6 AM). The dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, t-shirts, and gloves, as many products contain oil due to their focus on hydraulic components.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AMES, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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)

This is a fully onsite position in AMES,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.