Production Operator

Aerotek; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Technician I to support the production team by inspecting quality, performing hourly machine checks, and assisting with machine setup under supervision. Responsibilities include packaging, locating items for production, and following hazmat disposal and PPE guidelines.

Shifts include Day, Swing, and Night; this onsite role in Fairfield, CA emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures while enabling growth through hands-on training and continuous

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 months of experience working with composites or production (preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Math and basic computer skills required (Math test given during interview).
• Ability to convert grams to pounds.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation.
• High attention to detail to check for defects.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare (wrap and label) products for processing, load and unload products from equipment.
• Embrace continuous improvement to ensure overall success.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead or Supervisor.
• Move and lift up to approximately 55 pounds of materials.
• Understand how to check for defects on the line and perform hourly machine checks.
• Review and understand quality processes, identifying issues under Technician oversight.
• Follow instructions and work under close supervision to complete allocated tasks.
• Set up and operate machines for advanced composite materials with oversight.
• Escalate equipment and production issues by notifying the Lead or Supervisor.
• Perform quality control to ensure no defects.

Skills

Production experience

Quality inspection

Machine setup

Material handling

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Production Technician

Job Description

The Production Technician I will play a vital role in supporting the production department by assisting technicians. You will learn quality standards by checking for defects, conducting hourly machine checks, and addressing quality issues under the guidance of technicians. Additionally, you will be responsible for packaging rolls and retrieving necessary items for production. With time, you will follow detailed instructions and work under close supervision to complete tasks, including machine setup and troubleshooting minor production issues. Adhering to procedures such as personal protection equipment usage and safe disposal of hazmat waste is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare (wrap and label) products for processing, load and unload products from equipment.

• Embrace continuous improvement to ensure overall success.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead or Supervisor.

• Move and lift up to approximately 55 pounds of materials.

• Understand how to check for defects on the line and perform hourly machine checks.

• Review and understand quality processes, identifying issues under Technician oversight.

• Follow instructions and work under close supervision to complete allocated tasks.

• Set up and operate machines for advanced composite materials with oversight.

• Escalate equipment and production issues by notifying the Lead or Supervisor.

• Perform quality control to ensure no defects.

Essential Skills

• Production experience, general labor, assembly line, mixing, packaging, inspection, and machine operation.

• Quality inspection, defect identification, and hourly machine checks.

• Basic machine setup, operation, and minor troubleshooting with oversight.

• Material handling, packaging, wrapping, and labeling (up to 55 lbs).

• Adherence to safety procedures, PPE use, and hazmat waste disposal.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 3 months of experience working with composites or production (preferred).

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Math and basic computer skills required (Math test given during interview).

• Ability to convert grams to pounds.

• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation.

• High attention to detail to check for defects.

• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.

• Able to work and communicate as a team.

• Maintain work areas in a neat, orderly, and safe manner.

• Must be capable of lifting up to 55 lbs.

• Excellent attendance; ability to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts when needed.

Why Work Here?

We foster a team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement, ensuring our employees have the opportunity to grow and develop their skills. We offer a supportive work culture with excellent training and development opportunities to help you succeed.

Work Environment

Work shifts include Day Shift (6am - 2:30pm), Swing Shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm), and Night Shift (10pm - 6:30am). Training is conducted on the Day Shift for two months. The environment emphasis safety procedures, including the use of PPE, and requires adherence to hazmat waste disposal protocols.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.15/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.