Assembler

Job Title: Light Mechanical and Electrical Assembler

Job Description

This role focuses on light mechanical and electrical assembly and remanufacturing of small dispensing units and major subassemblies. You work to exact specifications and close tolerances using fixtures, simple hand tools, and power tools. The position also involves disassembly, minor repairs, sorting, cleaning, and inspection of equipment in a structured production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform light mechanical and electrical assembly work on equipment to exact specifications and close tolerances.

• Use fixtures, simple hand tools, and power tools to assemble and reassemble small dispensing units and major subassemblies.

• Carry out remanufacturing operations including disassembly, minor repairs, sorting, cleaning, and inspection of components.

• Follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and basic blueprints to complete assembly tasks accurately.

• Interpret color coding for basic wiring to ensure correct electrical connections.

• Sort and identify various metals for appropriate use or recycling within the remanufacturing process.

• Apply basic math skills to measure, count, and verify parts and assemblies.

• Use basic computer functions to record work, access instructions, or track production as needed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and quality standards.

• Work scheduled 10-hour shifts and occasional additional hours on Fridays as required to meet production needs.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic math ability for measurements, counts, and verification.

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in an assembly or similar environment.

• Mechanical aptitude and strong manual dexterity for precise assembly work.

• Ability to read and follow blueprints and written work instructions.

• Ability to interpret color coding for basic wiring tasks.

• Ability to distinguish between various metals for sorting and remanufacturing.

• Basic computer skills to navigate simple systems or input production data.

• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours during a shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic mechanical experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Basic plumbing experience related to equipment or dispensing units.

• Comfort working with small parts, fixtures, and close-tolerance assemblies.

• Attention to detail and commitment to following specifications and quality standards.

• Reliability and flexibility to work occasional additional hours on Fridays as needed.

Why Work Here?

You join a workplace that actively supports internal promotion and career growth, giving you clear opportunities to advance your skills and responsibilities over time. The schedule offers four 10-hour shifts per week, creating the potential for an extra day off and improved work-life balance. You work in an environment that values development, stability, and long-term employment, with a culture focused on continuous improvement and supporting employees as they grow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $20.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

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.