Job Details

Production Associate - 1st Shift

We are seeking dedicated Production Associates to join our day shift team, working from Monday to Friday, 6am-2pm. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude and previous experience in electronic manufacturing, particularly in through-hole or surface mount soldering. Candidates with a positive attitude and a willingness to assist in various departments will thrive here. We welcome entry-level candidates from diverse backgrounds, including retail, fast food, and other manufacturing fields, although experience in warehouse environments is also considered.

Responsibilities:

• Support production manufacturing to meet customer deadlines.
• Acquire job skills and learn company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
• Perform testing, inspection, light assembly, machine operation, and packaging duties.
• Operate within established policies and procedures and seek approval for deviations.
• Meet individual throughput goals and adhere to quality standards.

Essential Skills:

• Assembly, soldering, mechanical, and production experience.
• Electronic assembly and blueprint reading skills.
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic computer skills.
• Great attitude and flexibility.
• Desire to progress and build a career.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to adapt to changes in work plans and priorities.
• Support improvement initiatives and participate in improving the work environment.
• Work cooperatively in a team and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain a level temperament in stressful environments.
• Share information, knowledge, and experience with co-workers.
• Willingness to take on additional assignments.
• Competency in required job knowledge and skills.
• Up-to-date on certifications and training requirements.

Why Work Here?

Join a national company involved in exciting industries such as space, medical, and defense. Benefit from career progression opportunities and frequent pay increases. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to earn additional overtime. We value employees with good attitudes and provide numerous examples of career advancement from entry-level positions to leadership roles.

Work Environment:

The work environment consists of a manufacturing setting with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and moderate noise levels. The shift runs from Monday to Friday, 6am-2pm. Candidates can choose to sit or stand during their shift, although standing is required at times. The role involves light industrial/general assembly tasks with lifting requirements of no more than 10-15 lbs.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nampa, ID.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $16.00/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 Nampa, ID.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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 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 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.