Production Operations Technician (2nd Shift)

The Production Operations Technician will be responsible for coordinating the parts, assembly, test, paint, package, and shipping of company products. The role involves performing a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling, operating manual and automatic equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly work stations according to appropriate work process instructions. The employee is expected to rotate among all stations within each assembly cell, performing repetitive work at a consistent pace to meet customer demands. A working knowledge and ability to repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies is required.

• Coordinate parts, assembly, test, paint, package, and shipping of products.
• Perform various manufacturing tasks including assembling, operating equipment, and setting up machines.
• Rotate among all stations within each assembly cell to meet customer demands.
• Repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies.
• Utilize power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, drills, and torque guns.

• 6 months prior production experience.
• 6 months in an assembly-based position.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions.

• Experience in production, assembly, automotive, lube, and manufacturing.

Join a large manufacturing facility known for its focus on hydraulic components. Work alongside a dedicated team of approximately 270-290 production employees across multiple assembly lines. Benefit from a supportive work environment that encourages skill development and cross-training opportunities.

This role is based in a large manufacturing facility with approximately 270-290 production employees across 13-14 different assembly lines. The available shifts include 1st Shift (6-2), 2nd Shift (2-10), and 3rd Shift (10-6). The dress code requires steel-toed boots, jeans, a t-shirt, and gloves due to the oil used in the hydraulic components.

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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)

This is a fully onsite position in AMES,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 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.