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Job Title: Production Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Production Specialist to join our team in an aerospace machine shop environment. The role involves interpreting blueprints and operating various equipment, including hand grinders, to produce high-quality metal components.

Responsibilities

• Surface grind metal rings that cover aircraft engines.
• Interpret and work from blueprints to ensure accurate production specifications.
• Utilize hand grinders and other machinery to achieve precise metal finishes.
• Perform heavy lifting as required in the production process.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using hand grinders and other production equipment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience in heavy lifting and handling production tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with grinding metal and working with steel rings.
• Comfortable working extended shifts and weekends if necessary.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic aerospace environment where you can grow your skills. We offer a competitive benefits package including 401k, Health Savings Account (HSA), and medical and dental insurance.

Work Environment

Work in an aerospace machine shop with state-of-the-art equipment and safety measures in place. The environment includes steel dust collection systems and requires wearing PPE, including steel toe boots and smock-like clothing. The open-air shop may become warm due to headgear and mask usage, with multiple grinding stations facilitated by fans.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harbor City, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Harbor City,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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.