Job Title: Production Associate
2nd Shift: 2pm to 10:30pm Must be open to working any day of the week
Pay:$ 18.70/hour
Queen Creek AZ
Job Description:
Join our team as a Production Associate where you will be responsible for transferring, stocking, loading, and unloading materials for the production lines. These materials include a variety of components such as diffusers, holders, retainers, initiators, o-rings, end caps, sleeves, canisters, filters, tubes, disks, foil seals, springs, support barrels, shorting clips, labels, and generant. You may also be required to check, correct, or perform rework of inflators and conduct quality procedures and audits, including dimensional checks.
Responsibilities
Transfer, stock, load, and unload materials for production lines.
Check, correct, or perform rework of inflators.
Perform quality procedures and audits, including dimensional checks.
Ensure the smooth running of production operations by handling various materials.
Essential Skills
Experience in manufacturing.
Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours per day.
Comfortable dealing with explosives.
Tech-savvy with proficiency in automated equipment operation.
Physical ability to lift, push, or pull 40 lbs regularly.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
General labor experience.
Knowledge in general production and manufacturing processes.
Why Work Here?
There are numerous growth opportunities, including advancement to lead operators, supervisory roles, or transitioning into maintenance roles as an associate equipment technician or equipment technician. Employees demonstrating mechanical aptitude can move into roles with competitive pay.
Work Environment
Work in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment using automated production equipment to make airbag inflators. Note that no lighters, matches, cigarettes, chewing tobacco, vape pens, or e-cigarettes are allowed on site and must remain in vehicles. Shifts are structured as follows: 1st shift: 6 AM - 2:30 PM, 2nd shift: 2 PM - 10:30 PM, 3rd shift: 10 PM - 6:30 AM. The first day will always be on a Tuesday from 8 AM - 4:30 PM, with regular shifts commencing the following day. Be prepared to work 6-7 days a week with rotating days off, providing equal opportunities for weekend breaks. Regular schedules are Monday-Friday, but currently include weekend work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.55/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)Description
There are 3 different assembly positions. this one is for General assembler.
Machine Assembler (0)
Candidates need to be mechanically inclined, have knowledge and experience with hand and air powered tools and be able to read a tape measure.
MIG welding, plasma cutting and metal fabrication experience is a plus.
Willing to work overtime when needed.
Finish Machine Assembler (0)
Candidates need to be mechanically inclined, have knowledge and experience with hand and air powered tools and be able to read a tape measure.
Position involves some wiring, installation of engines, hydraulic components and hoses, decals and lights on painted machines.
Willing to work overtime when needed.
General Assembler (2)
Candidates need to be mechanically inclined, have knowledge and experience with hand and air powered tools and be able to read a tape measure.
Position involves the assembly of a wide range of parts needed for the assembly of the larger units.
Candidate could possibly be utilized as a machine operator for the Band Saw, Brake press, Plate Roller, Plasma Tables etc.
Skills
assembly, assembler, power tools, hand tools, tape measure, machine operator, Fabrication, Blueprint, assembly, MIG, plasma cutting, wiring, install, electronics, electrical, band saw, press brake, plasma table
Top Skills Details
assembly,assembler,power tools,hand tools,tape measure,machine operator
Additional Skills & Qualifications
6+ months of assembly experience Able to read a tape measure
Able to use hand and power tools
2+ years of construction experience.
Must have mechanical assembly, mechanic experience
electrical assembly highly preferred
any experience with press breaks, shears and basic CNC's a plus
blueprint reading a big plus
-MUST BE ABLE TO READ A TAPE MEASURE
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Mesa,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 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.
