Job Title: Production Technician (Entry Level, 2nd Shift)
Job Description
This entry-level Production Technician role offers a hands-on opportunity to learn composite manufacturing and grow into a Composite Technician position. You will support production operations by working with tools, materials, and specialized equipment to help build high-quality parts for advanced applications. The position is on 2nd shift, working 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. in 9-hour shifts.
Responsibilities
Train in and perform specific production processes such as tape wrapping, cutting, bonding, lay-up, and bagging of composite parts.
Measure and visually inspect products to verify they meet quality and specification requirements.
Set up, operate, or tend metal molding, casting, or core-making machines to mold metal parts or products.
Smooth and clean inner surfaces of molds using brushes, scrapers, air hoses, or grinding wheels, and fill imperfections with refractory material as needed.
Mix and measure compounds or accurately weigh premixed compounds according to production instructions.
Adjust and monitor temperature controls of ovens to ensure proper curing and processing conditions.
Review blueprints or other work instructions to determine the correct operational methods, sequences, and production steps.
Use hand tools and basic assembly tools to support mechanical and composite assembly tasks.
Perform general production and assembly duties in a manufacturing environment, including repetitive tasks as required.
Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding work progress, issues, and quality concerns.
Essential Skills
Strong willingness to learn and a positive, proactive attitude toward training and development.
Some experience using hand tools in a work, hobby, or school setting.
Some experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, or construction environment.
Interest in building and assembling parts and components.
Ability to perform high levels of repetitive work while maintaining attention to detail.
Comfort working in a hands-on environment where tasks may be dirty or physically demanding.
Mechanical or construction experience.
Good communication skills to understand instructions and collaborate with team members.
Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in aerospace manufacturing or related industries is a plus.
Experience in general labor, warehouse work, assembly, mechanical assembly, composite work, or general production is beneficial.
Familiarity with production tools and equipment used in manufacturing environments is helpful.
Comfort reviewing blueprints or written instructions is an advantage.
Why Work Here?
You join a stable, long-standing company with a strong commitment to low turnover, employee wellness, and a supportive, family-style culture. The role starts as a long-term contract-to-hire opportunity, where conversion to direct employment depends on your performance, giving you a clear path to secure, ongoing work. You receive comprehensive training in composite manufacturing, gaining valuable skills that can grow into a specialized trade. Once hired directly, you can access great benefits and become part of a close-knit team that values long-term relationships and internal growth.
Work Environment
The company operates in the composite insulation and structures sector, supporting the rocket industry with specialized components such as rocket nozzles and alternative lightweight structures. The workforce is approximately 140 employees, and the business maintains a close, family-style environment where many team members are related and cross-trained in different roles. The facility spans three buildings: a main building with office space, showroom, and production floor; a second building with additional production space, testing, and quality functions; and a third building that currently serves as a warehouse and is being expanded. The organization emphasizes low turnover, strong benefits, a family feel, and employee wellness, including an on-site gym area. This role is based on 2nd shift, working 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. in 9-hour shifts, in a hands-on production environment where you will use hand tools, assembly tools, and manufacturing equipment, and should be comfortable performing repetitive, potentially dirty tasks while following safety and quality standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntington Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Huntington Beach,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.
