Production Associate

Aerotek; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Associate in Oceanside, CA to support manufacturing operations by assembling, processing, sealing, and finishing spiral-wound elements. You will operate rolling tables, ovens, and sealing equipment while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves loading materials, applying glue, inspecting components, recording data, and meeting daily production targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of previous production, general warehouse, retail, or construction experience.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials in a production environment.
• Basic math, measurement, and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow work instructions and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate rolling tables, conveyor ovens, and related equipment to assemble spiral-wound elements.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Apply adhesive glue lines and verify proper placement, coverage, and consistency.
• Inspect incoming and in-process materials for defects or damage.
• Record production data, inspections, and process checks accurately.
• Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and 5S practices.
• Meet daily production and efficiency targets.
• Operate caging and sealing equipment to apply seals to spiral-wound elements.
• Verify glue application for accuracy, consistency, and diameter per manufacturing standards.
• Perform manual trimming to remove excess material and expose serial numbers.
• Conduct detailed visual inspections to identify damage, defects, or quality issues.
• Document serial numbers, defects, scrap, and rejects in production logs.
• Notify Production Lead or Supervisor of recurring or increased defect trends.
• Support rework, cleanup, and other production activities as needed.
• Perform finishing processes including FRP outerwrap application, trimming, and seal carrier attachment.
• Conduct leak testing and dimensional inspections to ensure product quality.
• Inspect products for cosmetic and functional defects using calibrated measuring tools.
• Repair minor defects and perform rework as required.
• Label finished products accurately and complete production documentation.
• Assist with training of other operators and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality, and lean manufacturing standards.

Skills

Production experience

Machine operation

Glue application

Quality inspection

Documentation

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Team-based work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

The Production Associate supports manufacturing operations by assembling, processing, sealing, and finishing spiral-wound elements. This role involves operating rolling tables, conveyor ovens, caging/sealing equipment, and finishing tools, ensuring that products meet safety, quality, and productivity standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate rolling tables, conveyor ovens, and related equipment to assemble spiral-wound elements.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Apply adhesive glue lines and verify proper placement, coverage, and consistency.
• Inspect incoming and in-process materials for defects or damage.
• Record production data, inspections, and process checks accurately.
• Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and 5S practices.
• Meet daily production and efficiency targets.
• Operate caging and sealing equipment to apply seals to spiral-wound elements.
• Verify glue application for accuracy, consistency, and diameter per manufacturing standards.
• Perform manual trimming to remove excess material and expose serial numbers.
• Conduct detailed visual inspections to identify damage, defects, or quality issues.
• Document serial numbers, defects, scrap, and rejects in production logs.
• Notify Production Lead or Supervisor of recurring or increased defect trends.
• Support rework, cleanup, and other production activities as needed.
• Perform finishing processes including FRP outerwrap application, trimming, and seal carrier attachment.
• Conduct leak testing and dimensional inspections to ensure product quality.
• Inspect products for cosmetic and functional defects using calibrated measuring tools.
• Repair minor defects and perform rework as required.
• Label finished products accurately and complete production documentation.
• Assist with training of other operators and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality, and lean manufacturing standards.

Essential Skills

• Production and machine operation experience.
• Basic equipment setup and adjustments.
• Rolling, caging, sealing, assembly, or finishing process experience.
• Glue application and verification skills.
• Quality inspection and defect identification.
• Manual trimming and hand-tool use.
• Use of measuring and calibrated tools.
• Production documentation and recordkeeping.
• Lean manufacturing and 5S practices.
• Safety compliance in a manufacturing environment.
• Team-based production work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of previous production, general warehouse, retail, or construction experience.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials in a production environment.
• Basic math, measurement, and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow work instructions and quality standards.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oceanside, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.32 - $22.32/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Oceanside,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 2026.

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.