About this role
Production TechnicianJob Summary
The Production Technician is responsible for operating production equipment and tooling to meet established safety, quality, and production standards in an automotive manufacturing environment. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to processes, and the ability to work effectively within a team while maintaining accurate production and quality documentation.
Responsibilities
- Operate production equipment and tooling safely and efficiently to achieve production and quality goals.
- Support quality systems by identifying and reporting any issues that do not meet established standards.
- Maintain tooling and equipment to ensure proper operation and production readiness.
- Identify, segregate, and move non-conforming materials or assemblies to designated rework or hold areas.
- Collaborate with team members across all shifts to promote a positive and productive work environment.
- Communicate production updates, quality concerns, and operational issues to supervisors and incoming shifts.
- Accurately complete all required production, quality, and operational documentation.
- Follow company procedures and maintain detailed records as required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Basic math skills for production tracking and measurements.
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
- Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to obtain and maintain color and/or appearance testing certification, when required.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods, including shifts of 8+ hours.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous automotive or manufacturing experience.
- Familiarity with production processes, quality standards, and manufacturing systems.
- Experience working with preventive maintenance, corrective actions, and non-conformance procedures.
- Ability to learn and apply company procedures, production systems, and quality standards through internal training.
- Comfortable working in a clean, non-climate-controlled environment.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to build a long-term career within the automotive manufacturing industry.
- Comprehensive training and onboarding program.
- Clear expectations and opportunities for advancement.
- Eligibility for a salaried position after reaching designated hours and meeting performance requirements.
- Team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
- Clean manufacturing facility with large industrial fans for air circulation.
- Non-climate-controlled environment.
- Standard shift: 6:30 AM 3:00 PM.
- Must be flexible to work extended hours as needed, including shifts that may run until 7:00 PM.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, with overtime as needed. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, KS.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $16.35 - $16.35/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 Kansas City, KS.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.
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.