Manufacturing Technician

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Manufacturing Technician Job Description The Manufacturing Technician assembles and finishes precision parts and subassemblies in a production environment, following detailed work instructions and drawings. This role prepares, bonds, drills, and reworks components to meet strict quality standards, while using a variety of hand and power tools. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow written processes accurately, and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Responsibilities Assemble parts and subassemblies according to detailed work instructions and engineering drawings. Prepare parts for bonding by cleaning, aligning, and masking components to ensure proper fit and adhesion. Apply adhesives and perform plastic bonding operations with accuracy and consistency. Drill precision holes using hand tools while maintaining strict positional accuracy and tolerances. Finish parts by trimming, sanding, deburring, and cleaning to achieve required specifications and cosmetic standards. Rework components to correct defects, improve fit, or meet updated specifications as needed. Inspect parts for workmanship, alignment, fit, and cosmetic quality throughout the production process. Follow written instructions, process steps, and production documentation accurately and completely. Communicate issues related to parts, tooling, materials, or processes to appropriate team members in a timely manner. Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient production operations. Essential Skills At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, cabinetry, model making, automotive trim, or other detailed assembly environments. Proficiency using basic hand tools such as drills, files, sanders, and deburring tools. Experience using power tools safely and effectively in a production or assembly setting. Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with general labor and production tasks. Demonstrated ability to perform deburring, cleaning, and finishing operations on parts and assemblies. Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce precise, high-quality work. Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and process steps accurately. Willingness to learn new tasks and perform a variety of duties as production needs change. Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily work activities. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in detailed assembly environments such as aerospace components, cabinetry, model making, or automotive trim. Comfort working with adhesives and plastic bonding processes. Ability to perform visual inspections for workmanship, alignment, and cosmetic quality. Strong communication skills to report issues with parts, tooling, or processes. Flexibility to support rework and continuous improvement activities in production. Why Work Here? Employees benefit from a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including low-cost full medical, dental, and vision coverage and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) plan. The organization supports work-life balance through paid holidays and two weeks of paid time off. Team members have clear opportunities for advancement into leadership roles and can earn pay increases as they grow and develop their skills. Work Environment This role operates in a production facility focused on assembly and finishing of precision components. The work involves regular use of hand tools and power tools, as well as deburring, cleaning, and other general labor and mechanical tasks. Team members spend most of the shift on their feet and handle parts that may require lifting up to 50 pounds. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to documented processes to ensure consistent, high-quality output. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belgrade, MT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/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 Belgrade,MT.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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.