Production Assembler
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
73% STARs in role.
The Production Assembler performs repetitive, detail-oriented assembly work to manufacture high-quality parts in a fast-paced production environment. This role involves interpreting drawings and assembly instructions, operating production machinery, using hand tools, and preparing parts for painting and shipping. The position requires strong attention to detail, good manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities- Perform basic, repetitive assembly work to produce parts according to established standards and guidelines.
- Interpret and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based assembly instructions and product drawings.
- Operate production machines safely and efficiently to manufacture parts within defined quality and productivity standards.
- Use hand tools to assemble products and complete small mechanical assemblies.
- Inspect parts during and after production to identify workmanship defects or flaws and report issues immediately to management.
- Detect and report any machine or tool malfunctions promptly to ensure safe and continuous operation.
- Prepare parts for painting and shipping, including gluing, taping, cleaning, and other required preparation steps.
- Perform packaging, labeling, counting, bagging, and kitting of produced parts and raw materials as needed.
- Use a microscope occasionally to perform detailed inspection or assembly of small parts.
- Document production activities accurately and completely as requested.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with workplace safety guidelines.
- Meet daily and weekly production quotas by working quickly, accurately, and with strong attention to detail.
- Follow all written and verbal instructions, including changes in priorities or production requirements.
- Collaborate with team members and support a positive, cooperative work environment.
- Work overtime when required to meet production demands.
- At least 6+ months of production or manufacturing experience.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and written assembly instructions.
- Experience with production, assembly work, and the use of hand tools.
- Ability to read and understand assembly instructions and interpret product drawings.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to handle small parts and tools effectively.
- Ability to maintain daily and weekly production quotas while working quickly and accurately.
- Organizational, planning, and time management skills.
- Ability to work individually with minimal direction as well as within a team.
- Ability to lift up to approximately 2025 pounds as required.
- Comfort with mostly sit-down work with some standing, walking, and light lifting.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear as needed for the role.
- Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see color to perform detailed work and inspections.
- Ability to work overtime when needed.
- Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn quickly.
- Experience reading blueprints and schematics in a production or assembly environment.
- Familiarity with small-part mechanical assembly and occasional microscope use.
- Comfort working in a start-up style production environment where processes and layouts continue to improve.
- Ability to park and walk a short distance (approximately 23 minutes) to the facility, including during early morning hours when it may be dark.
- Demonstrated ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions with minimal supervision.
- Strong sense of ownership, reliability, and accountability for quality and productivity.
- Ability to maintain composure and accuracy while performing repetitive tasks.
You will join a growing, start-up style manufacturing environment that is actively investing in creating a state-of-the-art production floor. Each assembler has a dedicated workstation equipped with the tools and equipment needed to perform high-quality work. The schedule offers a consistent first-shift weekday schedule, supporting work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in precision assembly, work with supportive teammates, and contribute to continuous improvement in a modern, evolving production setting.
Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a manufacturing production facility with a start-up environment where the production floor is partially complete and continuously improving toward a state-of-the-art setup. Each assembler has an individual workstation equipped with tools and a microscope for small-part work. The position is mostly sit-down with some standing, walking, and light lifting. Employees regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The role requires the ability to lift up to approximately 2025 pounds and to perform tasks that rely on close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and color vision. The schedule is Monday through Friday on a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. Employees should be comfortable parking and walking about 23 minutes to the site, including in early morning darkness. The dress code is manufacturing casual, including closed-toe shoes, pants, t-shirts, and jackets as appropriate for the production environment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Poway, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe 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 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)
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Poway, CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Poway,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.
Posting ID: JP-006399000