Manufacturing Technician 1 @ Aerotek

Job Title: General Production WorkerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated General Production Worker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing various assembly operations and assisting with fabrication activities. You will learn to interpret basic blueprints and specifications while adhering to safety requirements and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, travelers, drawings, and applicable work instructions to identify necessary parts, materials, tools, and process steps.
• Learn to interpret basic blueprints, drawings, specifications, diagrams, and schematics for part identification and dimensions.
• Perform routine assembly operations on components and subassemblies following documented procedures.
• Assist with brazing, straightening, and related fabrication activities, performing only operations for which you are trained and authorized.
• Support TIG welding of aluminum following approved procedures and safety requirements once trained and qualified.
• Use common hand tools and production equipment safely, completing required pre-use checks and reporting equipment concerns.
• Carry out chemical cleaning, chromate processing, and humidity testing steps after receiving training and authorization.
• Identify and report defects, nonconforming conditions, damaged materials, or process deviations promptly.
• Complete production records, checklists, and documentation accurately, seeking assistance when needed.
• Participate in on-the-job training, cross-training, and qualification activities, demonstrating safe work habits.
• Meet established quality and production expectations while escalating barriers affecting task completion.
• Follow company personnel, product, quality, and safety requirements and applicable work instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, handling hazardous materials in compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Protect controlled technical data and products, adhering to company procedures for handling export-controlled information.
• Communicate promptly regarding quality concerns, equipment issues, material shortages, schedule risks, or unclear instructions.
• Support continuous improvement, teamwork, and uphold core values.

Essential Skills

• Ability to follow instructions and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Capability to read drawings and inspect work.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic used in production tasks.
• Effective communication skills and understanding of technical, safety, and manufacturing instructions.
• Proficiency in computer skills sufficient to use ERP, CRM, and payroll/time tracking software.
• Eligibility to meet U.S. export-control requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace and defense is a plus.
• Must be coachable, sharp, and willing to learn.

Why Work Here? Be part of an expanding company with ample opportunities for growth and advancement. We prioritize promoting from within, offering chances for higher-level roles and pay increases after contract completion.

Work EnvironmentOur facility is a mid-size shop with controlled temperatures, ensuring a clean and well-kept environment. Candidates will be standing for most of the shift and will be actively moving around.

We offer multiple shifts

1st shift from 7 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday, and 2nd shift from 3 pm to 1 am, Monday to Thursday, with initial training on the first shift.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clinton, MA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Clinton,MA.

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.