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Job Title: Production Associate

Aerotek is hiring now for their best clients in the market. Grab this opportunity to work with one of our client for a Production Associate position with pay range started from $19.80/HR where you will get the room to grow and make your perfect career 

Job Description

This role supports the manufacturing of PCB and PCBA boards by operating automated equipment, assembling server units, and ensuring products meet quality and production standards. You will work across multiple production areas, including SMT, PTH insertion, and final assembly, using machinery, hand tools, and power tools in a clean, climate-controlled facility.

Responsibilities

• Load blank PCB and PCBA boards into SMT (Surface Mount Technology) machines and monitor SMT production lines to ensure continuous and efficient operation.
• Load and unload component reels into SMT machines, including stopping machines, threading reels, restarting equipment, and changing out individual reels or unloading full carts of reels.
• Handle component reels weighing up to 5 lbs and carts weighing up to 30 lbs safely and efficiently.
• Transition boards from the SMT line to the PTH (Plated Through Hole) insertion line, ensuring smooth flow between production stages.
• Keep reels of components properly fed into the PTH insertion machine and monitor the process to maintain consistent output.
• Monitor boards as they pass through the wave solder machine to ensure components are correctly soldered or secured to the boards.
• Maintain adequate levels of solder paste and ensure the soldering process runs smoothly and consistently.
• Take completed PCB and PCBA boards and mount them into server boxes according to build instructions displayed on a computer screen.
• Use hand tools and power tools to secure assemblies and complete server box builds accurately and safely.
• Lift and load completed server boxes weighing up to 30 lbs into server test stations to perform pass/fail testing.
• Run pass/fail tests on completed server boxes, identify results, and place units in designated pass or fail areas.
• Document the movement and status of completed boxes accurately, ensuring proper tracking through the production and testing process.
• Follow all production, safety, and quality procedures while working in an ESD-controlled environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of work history in any environment demonstrating reliability and consistency.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs repeatedly and safely as part of daily tasks.
• Ability to pass a basic math test at approximately a 5th grade level.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to follow build sheets, safety instructions, and production documentation.
• Basic production and assembly experience, including working with components and following standardized work instructions.
• Basic machine operation experience, such as starting, stopping, monitoring, and adjusting production equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with SMT or PTH insertion equipment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with PCB or PCBA manufacturing processes is an advantage.
• Comfort using hand tools and power tools for mechanical assembly.
• Experience working in an ESD-controlled environment is helpful.
• Ability to follow computer-based build sheets and production instructions.

Why Work Here?

You will work in an extremely clean, well-lit, and modern facility with buildings constructed within the past few years. The environment is climate controlled for comfort and features brand new machinery and equipment, providing a contemporary, organized, and efficient setting for daily work.

Work Environment

This position operates on a first shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with optional overtime available on Saturdays and Sundays. The facility is an ESD-controlled environment where you will wear smocks and heel straps to protect sensitive electronic components. You will work in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled production area equipped with modern, brand new machinery and assembly stations designed for PCB/PCBA manufacturing and server assembly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Pleasant, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Mount Pleasant,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.