**Job Title: Production Associate** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Associate. The role involves assembly, inspection, and the use of hand and power tools in a fast-paced environment. This is an entry level position and will be trained in all aspects of the position. Shift: 7am-3:30pm Pay: $18/hour (with room for growth) **Responsibilities** + Assemble sub-components of motors + Pack parts for shipping + Pick items for production + Complete quality checks + Clean and prepare metal parts to eliminate oil used to prevent rust during shipping + Read and follow detailed instructions **Essential Skills** + Previous production experience within manufacturing + Ability to stand for 8 hours a day + Ability to read a computer screen + Good attendance and punctuality + Positive attitude and willingness to learn + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment + Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Quality or packing experience + Experience in electronic assembly + Tenure with previous positions (6+ months) + Reference verifying ability to be trained **Why Work Here?** Join a family-oriented department where employees care about each other. Benefit from growth opportunities and promotions based on attendance and effort, not tenure. Enjoy a stable work environment with health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 6% 401K match. Employees have a chance to earn production bonuses and receive on-site training and certification for promotions. **Work Environment** Work in the world's largest manufacturer of automated drives and motors, known for efficiency and reliability. The Buffalo Grove facility is clean, organized, and temperature-controlled. With 150 employees, 100 work in production across various teams. Contractors may rotate tasks, including assembly, packing, and quality checks. The shift is from 7am-3:30pm with optional overtime available. Employees work collaboratively in teams of 8-20 people. **Job Type & Location** This is a position based out of Buffalo Grove, Illinois. **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 Buffalo Grove,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2025. **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.