• Production Associate

    Aerotek (New London, CT)


    Job Title: Production Associate Trainee

    Job Description

    As a Production Associate Trainee, you will receive comprehensive training across multiple departments and processes within our facility. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing techniques essential for producing high-quality aerospace components.

    Responsibilities

    + Participate in gate grinding processes.

    + Assist with shell removal and de-waxing operations.

    + Engage in sand blasting tasks.

    + Perform roto filing duties.

    + Contribute to knock out operations.

    + Provide support to foundry operations.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in using hand tools and general labor skills.

    + Ability to operate machinery and troubleshoot issues.

    + Experience in production, assembly, and packing.

    + Capability to work in a physically demanding environment.

    + Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Willingness to learn new skills hands-on.

    + Team-oriented attitude.

    + Ability to lift up to 75lbs.

    + Experience with power tools, forklift operation, and shipping & receiving is a plus.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer on-the-job training across multiple departments and career growth opportunities within the aerospace industry. Join a supportive team environment with competitive pay and benefits. Be part of a rapidly growing company with numerous opportunities for leadership.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Our production floor is well-lit and air-conditioned, providing a comfortable and conducive work environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New London, CT.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/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 New London,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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 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.

     

    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.