Job Title: Production Technician

Responsibilities

• Operate, support, and move materials both on and off machines using lifting techniques and hoists.

• Ensure all quality objectives are met and report any unusual conditions to lead operators or supervisors.

• Work collaboratively within a team to meet daily production goals.

• Perform machine operating, quality control, packing, inspecting, and learning various departments with flexibility.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience.

• Mechanical aptitude and machine operating experience encouraged.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to perform physical demands including frequent lifting of weights over 15 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs assisted.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in learning forklift operation.

• Ability to work weekends and have experience in machine operation.

• Understanding of production process flow and meeting goals.

Why Work Here?

Our organization prides itself on a strong set of core values, welcoming veterans and candidates with integrity and a strong work ethic. We offer best-in-class new hire orientation and training, incentive bonuses, annual pay increases, 401(k) company match, excellent medical benefits, and vacation eligibility after 90 days. PPE is provided by the company.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled and can be loud due to machinery. It is open and spacious, though it can become very hot, especially in summer. Workers may be expected to work 40-60 hours with fluctuations in shift demands. Candidates must be comfortable with grease, oil, and hydraulic fluids, as these are essential in metals manufacturing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.31 - $20.31/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 North Chesterfield,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 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.