Production Worker

Aerotek; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated production workers to join their team in Kansas City. This role offers a supportive work environment where you'll be responsible for installing wheelchair ramps in transit vans and ensuring efficient vehicle movement through final inspections. The position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. With benefits starting after 30 days, including PTO and reimbursement for safety gear, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a hands-on role. If you’re ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

40 hours of PTO after 90 days

Steel toe reimbursement

Prescription eye protection reimbursement

Holiday pay for 7 paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly and upfitting is essential.
• Ability to perform physical activities related to production tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install wheelchair ramps in transit vans and ensure production efficiency.
• Train new hires and comply with safety guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical assembly

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Tools

Bandsaws

Circular saws

Jig saws

Routers

Soldering irons

Micro torches

Drills

Screw guns

Utility knives

Air saws

Job description

We are seeking dedicated production workers to join our team. You will be responsible for working on the production line, installing wheelchair ramps in transit vans, and ensuring vehicles move efficiently through final inspection. This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

1. Install wheelchair ramps in transit vans.
2. Work on the production line, ensuring a steady pace through final inspection.
3. Move to different sections of the production line to prevent bottlenecks.
4. Identify problems prematurely and address them to ensure completion.
5. Use a variety of power tools including bandsaws, circular saws, jig saws, routers, soldering irons, micro torches, drills, screw guns, utility knives, and air saws.
6. Read and interpret blueprints.
7. Work with chemicals as needed.
8. Track supplies and equipment, notifying the manager of inventory levels.
9. Adapt and learn new areas of the production line or new builds.
10. Train new hires in your area of responsibility.
11. Comply with core values and complete other duties as assigned.
12. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
13. Strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1. Experience in mechanical assembly and upfitting.
2. Ability to complete production-related physical activities such as walking, standing, talking, hearing, pushing, reaching, seeing, stooping / crouching, and identifying colors.
3. Participation in company safety programs, trainings, and adherence to PPE guidelines.

Why Work Here?

We offer a supportive work environment with benefits starting after 30 days. Enjoy 40 hours of PTO after 90 days, steel toe reimbursement, prescription eye protection reimbursement, and holiday pay for 7 paid holidays.

Our facility is nice but non-climate controlled. The role involves working from 5 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00 / 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:

1. Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
2. 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
3. Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
4. Short and long-term disability
5. Health Spending Account (HSA)
6. Employee Assistance Program
7. Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 19, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.