Operations Generalist

Job Title: Operations Generalist

Job Description

The Operations Generalist supports critical production and refurbishment processes by preparing components, managing materials, operating cleaning equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This role involves hands-on work with parts of varying sizes, frequent movement across multiple buildings, and close collaboration with team members to ensure parts are ready for each stage of the process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for shot peen, painting, plasma processes, and machining by carefully masking parts according to detailed schematics.

• Apply masking tape to components ranging from small parts to large housings for engine blades, adjusting taping methods based on task, component size, and scope.

• Collect incoming materials by picking up parts shipped into the facility, signing them out from the bonding room, and delivering them to the appropriate production cell.

• Transport parts between various buildings on campus, working briefly in outdoor elements while ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

• Perform material refill operations by monitoring tool boxes in each cell and ensuring they are fully stocked with required parts and supplies.

• Support Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control by locating and resolving missing or misplaced parts to keep production flowing smoothly.

• Operate aqueous cleaning equipment, including programmed parts washing machines, to clean components according to established procedures.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to stand and move around for the majority of the workday.

• Experience working from written work instructions or blueprints.

• Experience using hand tools.

• Comfort working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Ability to follow detailed schematics and masking instructions accurately.

• Strong attention to detail when inspecting and preparing parts.

• Reliability in handling, tracking, and transporting parts across multiple locations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with hand and power tools is strongly preferred.

• Experience as an auto mechanic (including GSE certification, body work, oil changes, or personal automotive work) is beneficial.

• Construction experience is a plus.

• Prior work in manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial roles such as laborer, machine operator, or material handler is advantageous.

• Experience in the medical field can be helpful due to familiarity with precision and cleanliness standards.

• Restaurant or service industry experience is a plus, reflecting customer-focused and fast-paced work environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springdale, AR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springdale, AR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Springdale,AR.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.