Production Worker

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled General Production Worker to perform a variety of manufacturing tasks, including part preparation, cleaning, and mechanical assembly. Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is highly valued. Candidates with at least 6 months of production or assembly experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash and clean parts thoroughly to prepare them for processing.
• Operate a sandblaster safely to clean and prepare metal components.
• Perform mechanical assembly work using hand and power tools while following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Inspect parts for defects, damage, or quality issues and report findings.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 6+ months of production or assembly experience.
• Proficiency in safely using hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures accurately.
• Strong attention to detail for identifying and inspecting parts for quality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Capability to work in a fast-paced, non-climate controlled assembly line setting.
• Willingness to learn multiple roles, including sandblasting, pre-assembly, and potentially welding.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality to support consistent production schedules.
• Ability to handle and move materials and components within the manufacturing and warehouse areas.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation with no history of layoffs, offering consistent work and the chance to build long-term technical skills through on-the-job learning. Advancement opportunities are available, including the potential to move into lead positions with additional bonus pay. Additionally, overtime is generally not capped, providing the opportunity to increase your earnings.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility on an assembly line focused on transmission tear-downs. The environment is not climate controlled, so temperatures vary with the seasons. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional overtime required to support production demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Algona, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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:
• 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 Algona,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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 meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.