Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description:

The Production Associate performs a wide range of tasks to build electronic assemblies and sub-assemblies, including soldering, cable assembly, machine operation, final assembly, PCB work, machine crimping, and ribbon cable assembly.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hand soldering of wires to electrical connectors and printed circuit boards (PCBs) using established procedures and quality standards.
• Assemble electromechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies as required, including cable assemblies, ribbon cable assemblies, and related components.
• Operate production and assembly equipment and machines safely and efficiently as part of the manufacturing process.
• Review, complete, and maintain required production documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Read and interpret moderately complex assembly instructions, blueprints, and work orders to perform assembly tasks correctly.
• Follow written and verbal assignments, instructions, and priorities from production leads and supervisors.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in cross-training to support multiple areas of production as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in general production, assembly, or manufacturing roles.
• Hands-on soldering experience, including soldering wires to electrical connectors and PCBs.
• Experience with electronic assembly, including SMT and general soldering assembly tasks.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal assignments in a production environment.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 – $23.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.