Sheet Metal Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Skilled Assembler

Job Description

This role involves full-cycle assembly and testing of equipment, ranging from small to large-scale products. You will use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools to assemble mechanical and electrical components according to blueprints, wiring schematics, and work instructions. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to independently assemble products that meet quality and performance expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble stainless steel equipment and products from start to finish, including full-cycle assembly and testing.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures to perform mechanical and electrical assembly tasks.
• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring schematics, bills of materials, and associated work instructions on a daily basis.
• Apply basic mechanical and electrical knowledge to assemble products that meet defined quality and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair assembly issues with some assistance, ensuring equipment functions correctly and safely.
• Select appropriate tools, materials, and equipment for non-repetitive assembly operations, exercising sound judgment in the process.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of recent assembly background or related experience (not on an assembly line).
• Proven ability to read and understand engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical and electrical product assembly, including small to large-scale equipment or large appliances.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to apply basic mechanical and electrical understanding in daily work.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair assembly problems with some guidance.
• Consistent work history with long tenure and minimal gaps in employment.
• Comfort using hand tools, power tools, and general production equipment.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous industrial assembly experience, particularly in a sheet metal or production environment.
• Experience assembling stainless steel equipment or laboratory products.
• Experience with both mechanical and electrical assembly of equipment or large appliances.
• Familiarity with production environments and general labor tasks.
• Comfort working in a large, non-temperature-controlled facility.
• Experience working in a union environment is a plus.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Overland Park,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

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.