General Production Worker, La Grange

Job Title: General Production Worker– Electronic Assembly

Job Description

This role involves performing electronic assembly of switches used in military, government, agriculture, and healthcare applications. You will work with small components, hand tools, and PC boards to build high-quality electronic products while maintaining strong attention to detail and following established processes.

Responsibilities

Assemble electronic switches and components according to specifications for use in military, government, agriculture, and healthcare products.

Handle small parts with precision, using strong hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity to ensure accurate assembly.

Use hand tools and power tools to build, fasten, and secure different component parts as part of the assembly process.

Place and secure components onto printed circuit boards (PC boards) using small and precision hand tools.

Gather and organize all materials, components, and tools needed to complete assigned assembly tasks.

Work at an individual workstation, maintaining a steady workflow and meeting daily production expectations.

Stand for extended periods throughout the shift and transition between standing and sitting as work tasks require.

Pay close attention to detail to ensure quality standards are met and products meet all specifications.

Follow all manufacturing procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards within the production environment.

Support overtime production needs by working extended hours, typically 3–4 hours of overtime daily as required.

Essential Skills

Experience working with small parts and strong hand–eye dexterity for precise electronic assembly.

Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively in a production or assembly environment.

Experience placing components onto printed circuit boards (PC boards) using small and precision hand tools.

Ability to stand on your feet for most of the shift and sit as needed while maintaining focus on detailed tasks.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently follow instructions and assembly procedures.

Willingness and ability to work significant overtime, typically 3–4 hours per day, for a total of 50–60 hours per week.

Availability to work 1st shift (approximately 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with openness to starting at 5:30 a.m.) or 2nd shift (approximately 3:45 p.m.–12:15 a.m.).

Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with multiple workstations arranged in rows.

Additional Skills&Qualifications

Solder certification is a plus but not required.

Experience with soldering in an electronic assembly environment is highly beneficial.

Experience with pick-and-place equipment or processes is a plus and may support higher compensation.

Prior experience as an electronic assembler or in a similar assembly role is advantageous.

Ability to work independently at your own station while meeting production and quality expectations.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing operation that offers a clear path from temporary to permanent employment based on performance. Many employees successfully transition to permanent roles, often within an average timeframe of 6–7 months, and recent teams have seen multiple individuals move into long-term positions. You work in a culture that values results without being overly demanding, where you are trusted to know your job and perform it well. The environment supports consistent overtime opportunities, allowing you to increase your earnings while building valuable hands-on electronic assembly experience.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment with long rows of workstations, typically arranged in sets of five stations per row. You work at your own station using hand tools, power tools, and precision tools to assemble electronic components and PC boards. The culture is laid back yet performance-focused, with the expectation that you understand your responsibilities and complete your work reliably. Shifts currently include 1st shift (approximately 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with flexibility to start at 5:30 a.m.) and 2nd shift (approximately 3:45 p.m.–12:15 a.m.), and you can expect substantial overtime of about 3–4 additional hours per day, leading to 50–60-hour workweeks. The facility follows health and safety protocols that include temperature checks and brief medical questions upon arrival and again near the end of the shift.

Job Type&Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Grange, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 La Grange,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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.