Production Operator - Assembly

Aerotek; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Four-day work week (Mon–Thu)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Operator in Appleton, Wisconsin, for a contract-to-hire role. You will perform testing, inspection, light assembly, machine operation, and packaging tasks in a clean, climate-controlled facility.

This fully onsite position (Mon–Thu, four-day work week) offers an hourly pay range of $18.00–$19.30, safety-focused environment, and eligibility for benefits after onboarding, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly and production work.
• Ability to operate hand tools effectively.
• Basic packaging and general labor skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, inspection, light assembly, machine operation, and packaging tasks.
• Assemble components using hand tools and ensure each piece meets quality standards.
• Maintain productivity by assembling a set number of pieces.
• Handle lightweight materials, lifting up to 10–15 lbs.
• Work in a light industrial environment with manual tasks such as hose fitting.

Skills

Experience in assembly and production

Operate hand tools

Packaging and general labor

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

As a full-time production associate, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks to support our production process.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, inspection, light assembly, machine operation, and packaging tasks.
• Assemble components using hand tools and ensure each assembled piece meets quality standards.
• Maintain productivity metrics by assembling a specified number of pieces.
• Handle lightweight materials, lifting no more than 10-15 lbs.
• Work in a light industrial/general assembly environment, involving manual tasks such as fitting hoses together.

Essential Skills

• Experience in assembly and production work.
• Ability to operate hand tools effectively.
• Basic skills in packaging and general labor tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Capability to complete paperwork and follow onboarding processes efficiently.
• Basic mechanical skills, such as changing a tire, are advantageous.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with a clean and controlled work environment and a positive internal culture. Enjoy a $1000 referral bonus for successful referrals. Work a convenient 4-day schedule from Monday to Thursday. Be part of a team that builds products voted as the coolest thing made in Wisconsin.

Work Environment

Our facility is close to brand new and state-of-the-art, offering a clean, bright, and temperature-controlled environment set at 68 degrees and 30% humidity. We prioritize safety in our operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.30/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 Appleton, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 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 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.