Production Worker - 1st Shift

Aerotek; Ontario (CA); On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a 1st Shift General Laborer in Ontario, CA. This contract-to-hire role involves operating basic equipment, reading simple prints, and ensuring quality and safety standards on heavy-duty casings. The shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with potential overtime and occasional Saturday work.

Benefits include weekly pay, medical, dental & vision, 401(k) plan and life insurance, with a fully onsite production environment and opportunities for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic fabrication and assembly using hand and power tools.
• Read and understand simple prints, drawings, and product specifications.
• Proficiency with basic math to measure and verify dimensions.
• Comfort using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and tolerances.
• Ability to perform gluing, taping, painting and masking as instructed.
• Attention to detail in visual inspections and dimension checks.
• Awareness of safety precautions and quality standards.
• Physical ability to lift up to 2030 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pick parts from inventory according to instructions and production needs.
• Operate cutting equipment, drilling tools, saws, glue applicators, assembly tools, drill presses, and hand/power tools.
• Cut stock materials to dimensions and tolerances as instructed.
• Perform gluing, taping, flame treatment, and labeling per work instructions.
• Carry out masking and painting tasks to meet specifications.
• Review product specs for simple jobs and ensure alignment with drawings.
• Conduct tests, visual inspections, and dimension checks on products.
• Detect out-of-spec conditions and notify lead/manager.
• Follow safety and quality standards throughout production.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to support production.

Skills

Basic fabrication

Power tools operation

Read prints

Measurement with tape

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Lifts 2030 lbs

Tools

Cutting equipment

Drill presses

Saws

Job description

1st Shift General Laborer

Job Description

• This role involves operating a variety of limited equipment and tools, following simple prints, drawings, and specifications, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. Hands on role manufacturing heavy duty casses. 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m

Responsibilities

• Pick parts and supplies from inventory according to instructions and production needs.

• Assist in setting up and operating cutting equipment, drilling tools, saws, glue applicators, assembly tools, drill presses, and hand and power tools.

• Cut stock materials to proper dimensions and tolerances as instructed.

• Perform gluing, taping, flame treating, and labeling operations according to work instructions.

• Carry out required masking and painting tasks to meet product specifications.

• Review product specifications for simple jobs and ensure work aligns with drawings and requirements.

• Conduct required tests, visual inspections, and dimension checks on finished and in-process products.

• Detect out-of-specification conditions and promptly notify the appropriate lead or manager.

• Follow safety precautions and quality standards throughout all production activities.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient production and safety.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform basic fabrication and assembly operations using hand and power tools.

• Experience operating cutting, drilling, saws, glue applicators, assembly tools, and drill presses.

• Ability to read and understand simple prints, drawings, and product specifications.

• Proficiency with basic math to measure, cut, and verify dimensions accurately.

• Comfort using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and tolerances.

• Ability to perform gluing, taping, flame treating, labeling, masking, and painting tasks as instructed.

• Attention to detail to perform visual inspections and dimension checks and identify out-of-specification conditions.

• Awareness of and adherence to safety precautions and quality standards.

• Physical ability to lift 2030 lbs as part of regular duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Willingness to work up to 2 hours of overtime daily as needed.

• Willingness to work some Saturdays based on client-specific orders.

• Ability to work effectively in a potentially loud production environment.

• Reliability and consistency in following instructions and production procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will join a reputable organization that is growing and expanding, offering the potential to transition from a temporary assignment to a permanent role. The company values stability and long-term opportunity, providing a workplace where your contributions support ongoing growth and where you can build a lasting career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production facility that can be loud at times due to operating machinery and equipment. You will regularly work with cutting tools, drill presses, saws, glue applicators, and other hand and power tools.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 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 Ontario,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.