Production Worker

Job Title: General Production WorkerJob Description

Join an industry-leading manufacturer of automotive hoses and parts at our full-cycle manufacturing plant. We produce PTFE tubes and stainless steel braided hoses from raw materials, providing high-quality parts for automotive, commercial, and industrial applications.

Responsibilities
  • Perform paste extrusion by making tubing out of Teflon powder, mixing and blending materials, and managing petroleum lube to create preform billets.
  • Operate equipment using two monitors for control and data entry, and manage the production process from cold storage to the warm room.
  • Handle billets by loading them onto conveyors, using different dies for product lines, and ensuring accurate tube dimensions.
  • Conduct winding and braiding operations, attaching spools to machines, setting wire tension, and performing periodic quality checks.
  • Process hoses by attaching them to machines, running them through wash tanks, and performing weekly cleaning of machines and oil filtration systems.
  • Manage twister operations by creating components for braiding and winding, and use industrial crimpers and swedgers for fittings.
  • Execute melt extrusion by processing large hoses, applying silicone jackets, and performing quality checks.
  • Engage in post-sinter operations, strengthening tubing for aerospace applications and preparing hoses for specific product lines.
  • Conduct pressure testing by wrapping tubes with multiple layers of metal for higher impact applications.
Essential Skills
  • At least 6 months of machine operation experience.
  • Mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanics.
  • Basic math skills and ability to measure accurately.
  • Stable work history with no more than three jobs in one year.
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Mechanical and math aptitude for entry-level candidates.
  • Desire to work in manufacturing.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to various roles.
Why Work Here

Experience immense room for growth and job stability in a leading manufacturing company projected to grow by 30% over the next year. Enjoy a clean work environment with comprehensive training in all positions.

Work Environment

Work in a large production facility with around 110 permanent employees across three shifts. Dress in jeans and t-shirts initially, with uniforms provided once permanent. Shift schedules include Monday-Friday and Sunday-Thursday options, with potential training on the first shift.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Suffield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

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.

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