**Job Title: Production Associate** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Production Associate to join our Cast Acrylic Department. The role involves manufacturing aviation and boat acrylic using the full production process according to specifications. **Responsibilities** + Cut acrylic from sheets and inspect materials for contour and flaws. + Install tooling according to specific work orders and adjust router bits as needed. + Measure all hard callouts according to blueprints and work orders. + Inspect windshields for any machine flaws and deliver to the next workstation as designated. + Set up drill stations, oil drills, and mark windows according to work orders. + Combine window sets and process paperwork in accordance with lot-trace compliance. + Place individual parts on drill fixtures, chamfer all holes, and inspect for irregularities. + Remove protective paper from acrylic squares and examine for imperfections. + Sand corners and rough edges of acrylic squares to prevent damage. + Program ovens to cook acrylic squares according to work orders. + Apply protective paper to acrylic squares and finished windows, ensuring no scratches or distortions. + Use orbital sanders and polishers to repair damaged areas and remove scratches. + Sign-off on all work orders and maintain traceability of parts. + Maintain a neat and orderly work area and report to work on time each day. **Essential Skills** + Ability to read close tolerance measuring devices. + Proficiency in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with fractions and decimals. + Experience operating large walk-in ovens and autoclaves. + Skill in sealing and bagging laminates, ensuring no leaks using vacuum gages. + Understanding and following blueprints, verbal and written work orders, and process specs. + Clear communication skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED preferred. + Blueprint reading class preferred. + 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment. + Experience in orbital sanding, auto body or wood sanding, and material forming. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team that values precision and quality in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Enjoy working in a facility that provides the necessary tools and equipment to excel in your role, with a focus on continuous improvement and professional development. **Work Environment** The work environment is an air-conditioned and heated plant where safety goggles, ear plugs, and protective gloves may be required due to noise and particulate exposure. You will be standing for 7 to 9 hours a day and should be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and using various tools. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, Kansas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Wichita,KS. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.