Production Worker

Join a high‑volume custom manufacturing team specializing in the production and assembly of premium doors. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work with tools, verify materials, assemble components, and ensure every finished product meets strict quality and code standards. If you take pride in craftsmanship, stay reliable under pressure, and enjoy fast‑paced, physical work, this is a strong long‑term opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Verify materials, dimensions, and machining tolerances before and during production
• Build and assemble doors, including installing hardware and components per work orders
• Inspect finished products for accuracy, quality, and compliance with building codes
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting to keep production flowing
• Maintain clean, organized work areas to support safety and efficiency
• Complete daily logs and production paperwork with accurate counts and documentation
• Communicate production or quality issues to supervisors promptly
• Use rollers and conveyance systems to move materials through the shop
• Support warehouse tasks: loading, unloading, wrapping, palletizing, packaging, and shipping
• Follow all safety procedures and report hazards or equipment issues immediately
• Perform additional duties as needed to support production goals

What You Bring

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical issues
• 3–6 months of experience using hand and power tools (production, construction, carpentry, or similar)
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and follow work orders
• Reliable attendance and consistent work performance
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and occasionally lift 80–100 lbs
• Fine motor skills for handling small parts, tools, and hardware
• Ability to stand 8–10 hours per day and work overtime when needed
• Comfort with bending, squatting, pushing, and lifting throughout the shift
• Pride in producing quality work in a labor‑intensive environment

Preferred Experience

• Wood shop or door shop experience (highly preferred)
• Carpentry or framing experience
• General warehouse experience: loading, unloading, wrapping, palletizing, packaging, shipping
• Previous work in production or manufacturing
• Strong initiative and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
• Ability to communicate professionally and work well within a team

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

• Competitive pay: $22–$30/hr depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Stable, well‑established manufacturing operation with long‑term career potential
• Culture built on craftsmanship, pride, reliability, and teamwork
• Opportunity to develop valuable hands‑on skills in a market‑leading custom shop

Work Environment

This role is based in a large custom manufacturing facility focused on door production, assembly, and shipping. You’ll work around woodworking machinery, overhead cranes, forklifts, and moving equipment, requiring strong situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols. The environment includes sawdust, noise, and multiple stages of production.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Overtime: Occasional, based on business needs
• Physical demands: Frequent standing, bending, squatting, pushing, lifting heavy materials
• PPE: Required; industrial‑appropriate attire expected

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.