General Production Worker

• Job Title:

  Production Associate
• Position Overview
• We are seeking a dependable Production Associate to support daily manufacturing operations. In this role, you will assist in preparing parts and surfaces for finishing processes such as painting or coating, while also handling staging, packaging, and general shop tasks. This is a hands-on position that plays a key part in maintaining production quality and workflow efficiency.
• Key Responsibilities
• + Prepare components and surfaces prior to coating by cleaning, sanding, or otherwise removing contaminants.

+ Ensure parts are free of oil, dust, and debris before entering paint or finishing processes. + Apply masking materials to designated areas to protect surfaces during coating applications. + Organize and position materials and parts to keep production lines operating smoothly. + Safely package completed items to prevent damage during storage or shipment. + Assist with various general labor tasks to support overall production needs. + Follow instructions, job orders, and company quality standards closely. + Move materials and components throughout the facility, handling items up to 25 lbs. + Maintain consistent attendance and arrive ready to work each scheduled shift. + Adapt to different duties or workstations as production priorities change. + Keep work areas clean and compliant with safety and operational guidelines.

• Required Skills & Experience
• + Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.

+ Familiarity with surface prep processes such as cleaning, masking, or basic finishing prep. + Ability to follow detailed instructions and complete tasks accurately. + Experience in packaging and handling finished parts is a plus. + Comfortable performing repetitive tasks and standing for extended periods. + Ability to safely lift and carry up to 25 pounds on a regular basis. + Strong reliability and punctuality in attendance. + Flexible and willing to take on a variety of assignments within the production area. + Understanding of workplace safety practices in a manufacturing setting. + Must meet eligibility requirements for working in an ITAR-regulated environment.

• Preferred Qualifications
• + Background in roles such as production worker, masking technician, or packager. + High attention to detail when working with parts that require precise preparation. + Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. + Willingness to learn new skills and participate in cross-training opportunities.
• Benefits & Perks
• + Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage + Additional voluntary benefits available + Two weeks of paid time off annually + Stable work environment with opportunities to learn multiple skills + Team-oriented culture that values flexibility and dependability
• Work Setting
• This position operates in a manufacturing facility where employees regularly work with equipment, parts, and coating materials. Duties require standing, walking, and moving throughout the shift. The role involves hands-on tasks such as cleaning, masking, staging, and packaging items. Proper attire suitable for a production environment is required, along with adherence to all safety procedures.
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. 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 & 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 Seattle,WA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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.