Cnc Programmer

Aerotek; Iowa; On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Profit sharing and 401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holiday pay

Stable company with long-term growth

Employee referral bonus opportunities

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Production Associate in Dubuque, IA. This contract-to-hire role offers a strong pay scale and growth opportunities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will perform assembly, use hand and power tools, read lists, and help ensure quality across the production process.

The position requires lifting 50+ lbs, basic math and reading, and reliable attendance. Onsite duties include maintaining a safe workspace and collaborating with the team to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, assembly, construction, warehouse, or general labor.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Basic math and reading skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products using hand and power tools.
• Read production lists and follow work instructions.
• Measure materials using a tape measure.
• Inspect products throughout the process to ensure quality.
• Identify and organize materials needed for production.
• Report quality concerns or material shortages.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Support production goals as part of a team.

Skills

Production experience

Assembly

Construction

Warehouse

General labor

Hand and power tools

Read a tape measure

Lift 50+ lbs

Reliable attendance

Basic math & reading

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Production Associate – $22+/hr + Growth

Looking for a hands-on job with great pay, consistent hours, and long-term growth? We're hiring Production Associates to support manufacturing and assembly operations in a fast-paced environment. This is a great fit for candidates with production, assembly, construction, warehouse, or general labor experience.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assemble products using hand and power tools
• Read production lists and follow work instructions
• Measure materials using a tape measure
• Inspect products throughout the process to ensure quality
• Identify and organize materials needed for production
• Report quality concerns or material shortages
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support production goals as part of a team

What We're Looking For

• Experience in production, assembly, construction, warehouse, or general labor
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Basic math and reading skills

Experience That's a Plus

• Mechanical assembly experience
• Blueprint reading experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Construction experience
• Experience with drills, nail guns, saws, sanders, or similar tools

Why Apply

• $22+/hr starting pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Profit sharing and 401(k) match
• Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Stable company with long-term career growth
• Employee referral bonus opportunities

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $41.00/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 Dubuque,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 16, 2026.

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