Production Technician

Production Technician

Job Description

The Production Technician sets up machinery and equipment to perform light and routine processing operations involved in the production of parts and finished goods. This role ensures all work meets established tolerance and quality standards, maintains accurate records, participates in team-based problem solving and planning, and supports training of other manufacturing personnel in product, process, and quality aspects of the job. The Production Technician also performs other related duties as needed or directed to support efficient and safe production operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up machinery and equipment to perform routine processing operations for parts and finished goods in accordance with production requirements.
• Ensure all work performed meets established tolerance, quality, and safety standards.
• Maintain and keep accurate records related to production activities, equipment settings, and quality checks.
• Participate actively in group meetings and team-based problem-solving activities to improve processes and resolve production issues.
• Provide input to work planning and scheduling to help optimize production flow and resource utilization.
• Train other manufacturing personnel in product specifications, production processes, and quality-related aspects of the job.
• Monitor machines during operation to identify irregularities and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including cleaning, inspection, and basic adjustments, and determine when additional maintenance is needed.
• Handle materials and perform mixing and general production tasks as required.
• Perform data entry related to production runs, quality checks, and inventory tracking.
• Lift and move materials and products, including loads up to 50 lbs, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out other related duties as needed or directed to support production goals.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated ability in operation and control, including controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Experience with equipment maintenance, including performing routine maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Strong operation monitoring skills, including watching gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure machines are working properly.
• Active listening skills, with the ability to give full attention to others, understand points being made, ask appropriate questions, and avoid interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Troubleshooting skills to determine causes of operating errors and decide on appropriate corrective actions.
• Active learning ability to understand the implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Capability to perform production and general manufacturing tasks, including machine operation and mixing.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry related to production and quality records.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly as part of daily duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a production or general manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with machine operation in a climate-controlled facility.
• Comfort with heavy lifting and material handling in a production setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in group settings and contribute to team problem-solving.
• Willingness to train and support other manufacturing personnel in product, process, and quality topics.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that offers a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, yearly profit-sharing bonuses, and performance-based incentives. The organization fosters a sense of community and recognition through holiday parties and lunches, creating an engaging workplace that values both contribution and well-being.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, organized, climate-controlled manufacturing facility designed to support safe and efficient production. Employees work with production machinery and equipment in a structured environment that emphasizes quality, reliability, and comfort throughout the workday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover, MA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hanover,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.