Production Worker - IMMEDIATE HIRING

The Production Worker supports a high-volume custom manufacturing operation by building and assembling doors, verifying materials and specifications, and ensuring finished products meet quality and code requirements. This role involves frequent use of hand and power tools, basic mechanical troubleshooting, and accurate completion of production documentation. The position is physically demanding and requires consistent attention to safety, detail, and productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Verify correct materials, dimensions, and machining tolerances before and during each production run to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications.
• Build and assemble doors, including installing hardware and other components according to work orders and customer requirements.
• Inspect finished doors for accuracy, quality, and adherence to building code standards and customer expectations.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on mechanical or operational issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in manufacturing areas to support a safe, efficient, and orderly work environment.
• Complete daily logs and production paperwork, accurately recording the quantity and type of doors produced.
• Communicate production or quality concerns promptly to supervisors and relevant team members.
• Follow all safety requirements, procedures, and protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards immediately and assist in corrective actions when necessary.
• Use conveyance systems and rollers to move materials and finished pieces efficiently through the production process.
• Handle general warehouse and production tasks such as loading, unloading, wrapping, palletizing, packaging, and preparing items for shipping as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall production process and team objectives.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic troubleshooting on mechanical or operational issues.
• 3–6 months of experience using hand and power tools in a production, construction, or similar environment.
• Ability to read and interpret a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and production documentation.
• Consistent dependability with a proven track record of reliable attendance and performance in previous roles.
• Ability to lift and maneuver 50 pounds consistently and lift up to 80–100 pounds occasionally, often multiple times per shift.
• Fine motor skills to handle small parts, tools, and controls safely and accurately.
• Specific vision abilities including close vision for reading fine print and detailed measurements.
• Ability to stand approximately 8–10 hours per day, 5 days a week, with the possibility of working 6 days a week based on business needs.
• Ability to regularly bend, squat, push, and lift objects on and off machines throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in a labor-intensive, hands-on role and taking pride in producing quality work.

• Experience working in a wood shop or door shop (highly preferred).
• On-site construction experience, particularly in carpentry or framing, which has been successful in this environment.
• Experience in general warehouse operations such as loading, unloading, wrapping, palletizing, packaging, and shipping.
• Experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to work, with a preference for taking action rather than waiting for direction.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to handle workplace issues calmly and professionally.

Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits that typically include medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options such as a 401(k). The culture emphasizes pride in the work and the organization, with team members who care deeply about maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism. The environment rewards reliability, craftsmanship, and initiative, offering the opportunity to develop valuable hands-on skills in a well-established, market-leading manufacturing operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large manufacturing facility dedicated to custom cabinetry and door production, assembly, and shipping. The environment includes multiple stages of manufacturing with overhead cranes, forklifts, and trucks moving throughout the facility, requiring strong situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols. As a custom shop, there is a significant amount of sawdust in the air and on surfaces, and employees regularly work around woodworking machinery and production equipment. The position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional overtime based on business needs. The work is physically demanding, involving standing for most of the shift, frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and lifting heavy materials. Appropriate work attire suitable for an industrial manufacturing setting and the use of required personal protective equipment are expected to ensure safety and comfort on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, WA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 Tacoma,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

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.