Production Associate

Aerotek; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Bonuses

Overtime opportunities

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Assembler in Beloit, WI, to support a high-volume manufacturing operation assembling fiberglass, aluminum, and wood door products. You will read specifications, handle materials safely, operate routers, saws, drills, and nailers, and perform quality inspections to ensure standards are met.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in manufacturing, familiarity with reading work orders/blueprints, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of manufacturing or general production experience.
• Experience with assembly and fabrication in a production or industrial setting.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with fiberglass, aluminum, and wood materials.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, blueprints, or production instructions.
• Capability to lift, carry, and move products and materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Attention to detail and strong quality inspection skills to identify defects and production errors.
• Experience with general labor tasks such as packing, packaging, and material handling.
• Basic machine operation skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Commitment to safe material handling and adherence to all safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders to understand door specifications, required components, and assembly instructions.
• Locate, pull, and prepare door slabs and parts needed for each production order.
• Use hand and power tools, including routers, saws, drills, and nailers, to assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products.
• Work comfortably around fiberglass materials while using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Move doors and materials between production stations, including safely handling products weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Perform assembly and fabrication tasks to build doors and related components according to quality and safety standards.
• Inspect completed work for defects, production errors, and quality concerns, and take corrective action as needed.
• Operate production machinery and equipment as required for general production and packaging activities.
• Package and prepare finished products for shipment or further processing, ensuring proper labeling and handling.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Collaborate with team members and follow direction from supervisors to support smooth workflow across production stations.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Read work orders

Tool operation

Attention to detail

Quality inspections

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Tools

Routers

Saws

Drills

Nailers

Job description

Job Title: Production Assembler

Job Description

The Production Assembler supports a high-volume manufacturing operation by assembling fiberglass, aluminum, and wood door products according to detailed work orders. This role involves reading and interpreting specifications, safely handling materials, operating hand and power tools, and performing quality inspections to ensure all finished products meet established standards. You work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and safe material handling are essential.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders to understand door specifications, required components, and assembly instructions.
• Locate, pull, and prepare door slabs and parts needed for each production order.
• Use hand and power tools, including routers, saws, drills, and nailers, to assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products.
• Work comfortably around fiberglass materials while using appropriate personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• Move doors and materials between production stations, including safely handling products weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Perform assembly and fabrication tasks to build doors and related components according to quality and safety standards.
• Inspect completed work for defects, production errors, and quality concerns, and take corrective action as needed.
• Operate production machinery and equipment as required for general production and packaging activities.
• Package and prepare finished products for shipment or further processing, ensuring proper labeling and handling.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Collaborate with team members and follow direction from supervisors to support smooth workflow across production stations.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of manufacturing or general production experience.
• Experience with assembly and fabrication in a production or industrial setting.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools, including routers, saws, drills, and nailers.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with fiberglass, aluminum, and wood materials.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, blueprints, or production instructions.
• Capability to lift, carry, and move products and materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Attention to detail and strong quality inspection skills to identify defects and production errors.
• Experience with general labor tasks such as packing, packaging, and material handling.
• Basic machine operation skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Commitment to safe material handling and adherence to all safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in door assembly, fabrication, or similar building materials manufacturing is a plus.
• Comfort working with various hand tools and power tools beyond those listed, as needed for production.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints or technical diagrams for manufacturing processes.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate tasks within the production line.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development to advance to higher skill levels.
• Reliability and punctuality for consistent 1st shift work and overtime when required.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a performance-driven culture that rewards contribution through company performance bonuses and safety bonuses, along with frequent overtime opportunities and weekly pay. The organization offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, and up to 112 hours of paid time off in the first year, supporting long-term financial security and work-life balance. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, parental leave, and a wellness program. Team members also enjoy employee discounts on a wide range of home building materials and have access to ongoing training and development, with clear pathways to advance to higher levels and leadership roles.

Shift Hours and Pay

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm ($21.50/hr)

2nd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 2:00pm-10:30pm ($23.65)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Beloit, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44720.00 - $44720.00/yr.

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.

Company performance bonusesA lot of overtime opportunities and weekly payEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Up to 112 hours of PTO in the first year401(k) retirement plan with company matchingEmployee discounts on a wide range of home building materialsMedical, dental, and vision coverageLife and disability insuranceParental leaveWellness programSafety bonusOngoing training and development

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Beloit, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Beloit,WI.

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.

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.