Production Technician



Job Description

The Production Technician supports CNC machine operations and ensures a smooth, consistent production flow of machined components. In this role, you focus on removing completed parts from automated CNC equipment, performing basic visual inspections, packaging parts, and following established production and quality procedures within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Remove finished parts from CNC machines once the machining cycle is complete, ensuring correct handling and flow to the next process step.
• Perform basic visual inspections on completed parts to identify obvious defects, damage, or inconsistencies before packaging.
• Place finished parts into designated bins, boxes, or packaging according to established production and packaging procedures.
• Follow detailed work instructions, production guidelines, and quality standards to maintain consistent output and product integrity.
• Monitor the production process and promptly notify the appropriate team member of any machine issues, product concerns, or deviations from normal operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area around CNC machinery and production stations.
• Accurately track production, including part counts and workflow documentation, as required.
• Perform other general production duties as assigned, including basic machine operation support, general labor tasks, and packing activities.
• Use hand tools and basic equipment as needed to support production, inspection, and packaging tasks.

Essential Skills

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to established quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify obvious defects, damage, or inconsistencies during visual inspections.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment around CNC machinery.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic to support consistent production flow.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move parts and materials as required by production activities.
• Comfort with general production and general labor tasks, including part removal and packing.
• Ability to perform basic inspection tasks to verify product condition and quality.
• Capability to use hand tools safely and correctly in support of machine operation and packaging.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or production experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with machine operation or working around CNC equipment is an advantage.
• Familiarity with packing and packaging procedures in a production environment.
• Experience in general production, general labor, or similar roles in an industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

You join a manufacturing team that values reliability, attention to detail, and safety, providing clear work instructions and structured processes to help you succeed. The environment offers the opportunity to build hands-on skills with CNC-based production, grow your experience in industrial operations, and contribute directly to the quality and flow of finished products.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility working around largely automated CNC machinery. The machines perform the machining process automatically, allowing you to focus on part removal, visual inspection, packaging, and maintaining overall production flow. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, requiring extended periods of standing and repetitive tasks, as well as lifting and moving parts and materials as needed. You work in an area that must remain clean, organized, and safe, using hand tools and basic equipment to support general production and machine operation activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kingsville, MO.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Kingsville,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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.

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 in solving 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.