2nd Shift Precision Rubber Parts Assembler

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Manufacturing Associate for 1st and 2nd shift in San Diego, CA. This on-site role involves precise manual work with small rubber parts, basic machine operation, and visual inspection to ensure product quality before moving to the next stage.

Work in a clean, safe production environment with a team of colleagues across shifts. The contract-to-hire position offers hourly pay of $18.00-$20.00 and opportunities to grow in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Approximately 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred, ideally in a production or small-parts environment.
• Strong attention to detail when trimming, inspecting, and gluing parts.
• Ability to work with small parts using hands and basic hand tools.
• Capability to operate manufacturing machinery following instructions and safety procedures.
• Comfort with general labor and production work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time while performing repetitive tasks.
• Reliable work habits and ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Experience in small-parts assembly or rubber molding is a plus.
• Prior exposure to general production or warehouse settings is beneficial.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and machine presses is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively on a 2nd shift schedule.
• Strong focus on safety and cleanliness in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Trim excess rubber from parts with care to meet product specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect parts thoroughly for defects, such as surface imperfections or incorrect dimensions, and remove or report nonconforming items.
• Apply glue into grooves of parts using small brushes, ensuring accurate placement and consistent coverage.
• Support molding operations by handling parts, materials, and tools associated with the molding process.
• Use hand tools safely and effectively when working with small parts and during general production tasks.
• Perform general labor and production activities as directed to maintain workflow and meet production targets.
• Operate manufacturing machinery according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Maintain strong attention to detail throughout all tasks to ensure high-quality output.
• Stand and/or sit for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks in a production setting.
• Follow all safety protocols and cleanliness standards to support a safe and organized work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Hand tools

Machinery operation

General labor

Follow instructions

Tools

Basic hand tools

Machine presses

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Manufacturing Associate for 1st and 2nd shift in San Diego, CA. This on-site role involves precise manual work with small rubber parts, basic machine operation, and visual inspection to ensure product quality before moving to the next stage.

Work in a clean, safe production environment with a team of colleagues across shifts. The contract-to-hire position offers hourly pay of $18.00-$20.00 and opportunities to grow in manufacturing operations.