Production Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Production Technician

Job Description

As a Production Technician, you will utilize systems such as SAP / R3 as a fundamental basis for performing your job. You will execute data entry in a timely manner, operate various equipment such as auto punchers, auto staplers, and tag cutting machines, and organize sampling materials and documentation. Your role will also involve inputting and inventorying direct materials consumed during production processes. You will participate in production activities including seasonal preparation, seed sampling, truck unloading, conditioning, treating, packaging, rework, product return, sorting activities, and leading work areas. Additionally, you will use automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks and engage in warehousing activities such as delivery organization and quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Utilize SAP / R3 for job functions.
• Perform timely data entry.
• Operate equipment including auto punchers, staplers, and tag cutting machines.
• Organize sampling materials and documentation.
• Input and inventory direct materials during production.
• Participate in production activities such as seasonal preparation and packaging.
• Operate automation and computerized systems (computers and iPads).
• Engage in warehousing activities including delivery organization and quality checks.
• Lift and manage bulk recycled storage containers (soft sides).
• Operate hand scanner for seed processing and assist Pit Operators.
• Work in a high throughput environment and adapt to indoor / outdoor conditions.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and engage in repetitive motion work.
• Work a primarily daytime schedule with potential overtime and weekend hours.
• Communicate effectively and work both independently and in a team setting.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a team that is building the future of agriculture by solving global food challenges through innovation and technology. This role offers a great opportunity to gain experience and build your resume while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Work Environment

The role operates primarily in a daytime schedule from 7am to 3 : 30pm, Monday through Friday, with opportunities for overtime. Safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes are provided. The environment is dusty, loud, and dirty, requiring teamwork in close quarters. The company provides all necessary safety equipment, and there is a no-smoking policy on campus. The team size is small, working closely with 1-3 people within a larger group of 16 full-time employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Johnston, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnston,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.