Production Worker

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring entry level contract employees for a production role in Otay Mesa, CA. The RME Jam Tech will keep high-volume material handling systems running, clear jams, and support preventive maintenance. The job requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, safety focus, and flexibility across shifts.

Expect 4x10 shifts (1st & 2nd) with a pay rate of $23/hr. This contract role is based in San Diego, with benefits and site-specific safety requirements described in the listing.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with standard hand tools for basic maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift/move items up to 49 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shifts.
• Climb ladders and gangways to access elevated areas.
• Regular bending, lifting and reaching above/below waist.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, holidays.
• Minimum 6 months recent experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience in general production or labor tasks in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain uptime.
• Access elevated equipment safely to resolve jam conditions.
• Use basic hand tools for maintenance tasks across projects.
• Follow safety practices during preventive maintenance checks.
• Move items weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.
• Stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours in production areas.
• Assist with general production activities including machine operation and packaging.
• Support safe movement of materials and forklift use where trained.
• Adapt to changing priorities across industrial environments.

Skills

Hand tools

Lift 49 lbs

Stand/walk 12 hrs

Climb ladders

Bend/reach

Flexible schedule

Industrial experience (6+ months)

General production tasks

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

NOW HIRING ENTRY LEVEL CONTRACT EMPLOYEES FOR A PRODUCTION ROLE IN OTAY MESA!

Location - Otay Mesa, CA

Shift - 1st & 2nd Shift Available, 4x10 shifts

Pay Rate - $23/HR

Job Description

Join the Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team as an RME Jam Tech and play a hands‑on role in keeping high‑volume material handling and conveyance systems running smoothly. You will clear equipment jams, support preventive maintenance activities, and contribute to key operational projects by using your practical mechanical aptitude, attention to safety, and flexibility to work across multiple environments and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and consistent operational flow.

• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions in hard‑to‑reach areas.

• Use basic hand tools to perform assigned tasks across different operational and maintenance projects.

• Follow established safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.

• Move and handle items and equipment weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.

• Stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours while working in and around production and material handling areas.

• Perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head to access equipment and materials.

• Operate and support general production activities, including basic machine operation, packaging, and general labor as needed.

• Assist with safe operation and movement of materials, potentially including forklift use where required and appropriately trained.

• Adapt to changing priorities and support multiple projects or work areas within industrial, manufacturing, production, distribution, trades, or construction‑type environments.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic mechanical and maintenance tasks.

• Ability to lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 49 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours.

• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated work areas.

• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

• At least 6+ months of recent relevant experience in industrial, manufacturing, production, distribution, trades, or construction environments.

• Experience performing general production or general labor tasks in a fast‑paced setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating or assisting with machine operation in a production or material handling environment.

• Experience in packaging, general production, or labor‑intensive roles.

• Familiarity with forklift operation or material handling equipment, where applicable and with appropriate training.

• Comfort working in environments that involve conveyance systems and material handling equipment (MHE).

• Ability to adapt quickly to different tasks, work areas, and project requirements.

• Strong commitment to safety practices and following established procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team‑focused environment where your hands‑on contributions directly support reliable operations and project success. The role offers exposure to large‑scale industrial and material handling systems, providing valuable experience in maintenance and production environments. You benefit from structured schedules, opportunities to work varied shifts, and the chance to build practical technical skills that can support long‑term career growth in industrial and maintenance fields.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial, production, or distribution facility that uses conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE). You will work around active machinery, packaging areas, and general production lines, often in a fast‑paced setting. The schedule is site‑specific and typically follows an AWS (Alternative Work Schedule) pattern with front‑half and back‑half day or night shifts, such as WednesdaySaturday or SaturdayWednesday, with 10‑hour shifts. Candidates should be open to either schedule and to day shift start times between approximately 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., as well as night shift start times between approximately 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The position is temporary through the start of January. The work requires regular standing, walking, climbing ladders and gangways, and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 49 pounds, bending, stretching, and reaching above the head and below the waist. You may use standard hand tools and work near equipment such as conveyors, packaging machines, and potentially forklifts, following all safety protocols and site‑specific guidelines for attire and personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 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 & 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

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.