Job Title: Production Associate

Location: San Antonio

Shift: Flexible – Day & Night shifts available (Night shift includes 5% differential)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + performance-based increases

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About the Role

Join our team as a Production Associate in a climate-controlled, advanced manufacturing environment. You’ll work with precision machinery to produce small metal parts for the automotive industry, perform quality audits, and ensure every product meets the highest standards. This role offers growth opportunities into lead operator or supervisory positions.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperate and monitor production lines for efficiency and accuracy.Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot machinery to maintain optimal performance.Move materials and push carts throughout the facility.Operate cranes and organize large metal coils safely.Perform quality checks and audits on fuel lids and small metal parts using visual inspection and measurement tools.Act as a liaison between production and shipping; build pallets based on customer orders.Utilize lathe and grinding machines for welding department tasks.Complete required documentation and maintain compliance with work instructions.Assist with inventory management, material handling, and loading/unloading shipments.Essential SkillsAbility to stand for 10+ hours and lift 30+ lbs repeatedly (including overhead lifting).Strong attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or production environments.Willingness to perform multiple tasks, including machine operation and quality audits.Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience as a Machine Operator, Process Auditor, or Quality Auditor.Familiarity with lathe, grinding machines, and measurement tools.Ability to interpret technical instructions and complete paperwork accurately.Why Work Here?Family-oriented culture that celebrates special occasions.Career growth opportunities into lead operator or supervisor roles.Night shift differential (5%) and competitive pay rates.Food truck available for day and night shifts.Management committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment.Work EnvironmentClimate-controlled facility (comfortable 74°F year-round).Individual workstations with strong team collaboration.8–10 hour shifts in a clean, organized, and safety-driven setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $14.75 - $17.22/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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