Production Worker

Aerotek; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Worker to operate production machinery and help manufacture half shafts and automotive components in a climate-controlled, high-volume facility in Pontiac, MI. You will follow precise work instructions, meet safety and quality standards, and support multiple shifts to hit production targets.

The role requires ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand for long periods, and perform assembly, loading, packing, and general labor tasks with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to lift up to 25 pounds repeatedly and perform associated motions.
• Must be able to stand for the full shift.
• Attendance must be reliable and consistent.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with power tools and hand tools in a production or assembly environment.
• Ability to operate machines safely and efficiently in a general production setting.
• Capability to perform assembly, loading, packing, packaging and general labor tasks.
• Attention to detail for sorting and inspection of parts and components.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery to feed, run, and monitor equipment according to work instructions
• Inspect parts and components against defined quality criteria to ensure they meet specifications
• Assemble products following detailed work instructions and quality alerts
• Assist in various production areas as needed to support continuous workflow
• Monitor the production process and promptly report issues or abnormalities
• Perform visual inspections of parts produced, following work instructions and quality alerts
• Carry out basic quality and testing checks to verify product conformity
• Perform other production-related activities as directed by leadership

Skills

Heavy lifting

Standing for long shifts

Attendance

Auto manufacturing experience

Power tools

Machinery operation

General labor

Detail oriented

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Description

• This role involves operating production machinery to manufacture half shafts and related automotive components in a high-volume, climate-controlled facility

• You will follow detailed work instructions, meet safety and quality standards, and help ensure production targets are consistently achieved across assigned shifts

Job Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery to feed, run, and monitor equipment according to work instructions

• Inspect parts and components against defined quality criteria to ensure they meet specifications

• Assemble products following detailed work instructions and quality alerts

• Assist in various production areas as needed to support continuous workflow

• Monitor the production process and promptly report issues or abnormalities

• Perform visual inspections of parts produced, following work instructions and quality alerts

• Carry out basic quality and testing checks to verify product conformity

• Perform other production-related activities as directed by leadership

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds repetitively and perform frequent squatting, bending, and ducking

• Ability to stand on your feet for the full duration of the shift

• Consistent and reliable attendance

• Experience or in automotive manufacturing is preferred

• Experience with power tools and hand tools in a production or assembly environment

• Ability to operate machines safely and efficiently in a general production setting

• Capability to perform assembly, loading, packing, packaging, and general labor tasks

• Attention to detail for sorting and inspection of parts and components

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pontiac, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.35/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 Pontiac,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.