Manufacturing Operator

Aerotek; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Lunch paid daily

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Manufacturing Operator Medical Production in Plymouth, MI. This contract-to-hire role focuses on precision medical parts on a small team, using pencil grinders, hand tools, and finishing equipment in a cleanroom setting.

You will work in shifts with potential overtime on Saturdays and occasional 12-hour days during peak seasons. The job emphasizes quality, safety, and teamwork in a structured production environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment working as part of a team.
• Repetitive assembly or production manufacturing using hand tools.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including comfort working with hand tools, grinders, saws, and calipers.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently produce high-quality work.
• Stable employment history, ideally with three or fewer jobs over the past five years with continuous employment.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom-type environment and follow cleanliness and contamination-control procedures.
• Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and support overtime during peak seasons when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a small pencil grinder to shape and refine medical parts to precise specifications.
• Use hand files to achieve accurate and smooth edges on parts, ensuring high-quality finishes.
• Perform controlled blasting of material in designated equipment to clean or texture parts as required.
• Sort finished products according to specifications, identifying and separating conforming and nonconforming parts.
• Ream and grind parts to prepare them for subsequent production steps on the line.
• Detach parts using a bandsaw, following safety procedures and dimensional requirements.
• Work on a small production line with a team of approximately four colleagues in a cleanroom-type environment.
• Follow established work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, including proper handling and storage of tools and materials.
• Collaborate with team members and quality inspectors to meet production targets and maintain consistent product quality.
• Participate in shift-based work schedules, including the option to support 12-hour days during peak seasons and voluntary overtime on Saturdays.

Skills

Team-based work

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tool operation

Overtime availability

Cleanroom environment

Calipers experience

Tools

Pencil grinder

Band saw

Grinders

Hand files

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator Medical Production

This role focuses on precision medical production within a clean, well-organized manufacturing environment that supports advanced 3D printing and additive manufacturing. You will work on a small, team-based production line, using hand tools and specialized equipment to shape, finish, and prepare parts for downstream processes. The position offers structured shifts, opportunities for voluntary overtime, and a strong focus on quality, detail, and teamwork.

Job Description

This role focuses on precision medical production within a clean, well-organized manufacturing environment that supports advanced 3D printing and additive manufacturing. You will work on a small, team-based production line, using hand tools and specialized equipment to shape, finish, and prepare parts for downstream processes. The position offers structured shifts, opportunities for voluntary overtime, and a strong focus on quality, detail, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate a small pencil grinder to shape and refine medical parts to precise specifications.

• Use hand files to achieve accurate and smooth edges on parts, ensuring high-quality finishes.

• Perform controlled blasting of material in designated equipment to clean or texture parts as required.

• Sort finished products according to specifications, identifying and separating conforming and nonconforming parts.

• Ream and grind parts to prepare them for subsequent production steps on the line.

• Detach parts using a bandsaw, following safety procedures and dimensional requirements.

• Work on a small production line with a team of approximately four colleagues in a cleanroom-type environment.

• Follow established work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures at all times.

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, including proper handling and storage of tools and materials.

• Collaborate with team members and quality inspectors to meet production targets and maintain consistent product quality.

• Participate in shift-based work schedules, including the option to support 12-hour days during peak seasons and voluntary overtime on Saturdays.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment working as part of a team.

• Repetitive assembly or production manufacturing using hand tools.

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including comfort working with hand tools, grinders, saws, and calipers.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently produce high-quality work.

• Stable employment history, ideally with three or fewer jobs over the past five years with continuous employment.

• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom-type environment and follow cleanliness and contamination-control procedures.

• Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety and quality standards.

• Willingness to work assigned shifts and support overtime during peak seasons when needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous cleanroom experience in a manufacturing or production setting.

• Prior grinding experience, especially on small or precision parts.

• Experience with blasting equipment in a controlled production environment.

• Comfort working with precision measuring tools such as calipers.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a small team environment and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a supportive and performance-oriented culture with a strong focus on employee well-being and recognition. Once you transition to direct employment, you receive comprehensive medical benefits, 11 paid holidays, and a paid hour lunch each workday. The company rewards team performance through quarterly bonuses that are often equivalent to an additional month of full pay. You also enjoy access to free snacks and drinks, contributing to a comfortable and welcoming workplace. The environment emphasizes stability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, creating an attractive long-term opportunity.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a very clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled facility focused on medical production and advanced manufacturing. Operators work in a cleanroom-type area and must wear N95 masks while on the production floor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards. Most of the shift can be performed seated, and you may wear headphones and listen to music while working, provided you follow safety guidelines. The facility operates multiple shifts: a first shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and a second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Voluntary overtime is available on Saturdays, with opportunities to work up to an additional 10 hours per week, and 12-hour days during peak seasons such as November and December. The environment uses typical production tools, including hand tools, grinders, saws, calipers, and controlled blasting equipment, and emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and quality procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.67 - $20.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, MI.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MI.

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.