Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

Join a team that builds large custom diesel and natural gas engines used to power hospitals, data centers, and industrial equipment. This is a hands-on mechanical role requiring strong troubleshooting skills, blueprint reading, and experience using a variety of hand and power tools. If you have experience in automotive, diesel, maintenance, construction, farming, or manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

• Assemble diesel and natural gas engines following blueprints, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Use hand tools, torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, and DC tooling to complete assemblies.
• Safely move and position components using cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and minor repairs during assembly.
• Verify measurements, torque specifications, and quality standards.
• Utilize computer systems to review work instructions and document completed work.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.

• Previous hands-on mechanical experience in manufacturing, automotive, diesel, maintenance, construction, farming, or similar fields.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, torque equipment, and pneumatic tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely around large equipment and components.
• Willingness to work overtime, including occasional Saturdays.
• Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes required.
• High school diploma not required.

• Automotive or diesel technician experience.
• Mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience.
• Hydraulic, electrical, or wiring experience.
• Experience working from blueprints and schematics.
• Production or assembly line experience.

• Opportunity for long-term employment and career growth.
• Scheduled pay increases.
• 401(k) with company match up to 6%.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance upon full-time hire.
• Paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Clean, temperature-controlled facility.
• Multiple shift options available.
• Strong culture focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Work in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility assembling large engines in a team-oriented environment. The role requires the use of cranes, hoists, torque tools, pneumatic tools, and computer-based work instructions.

Available Shifts:

• 2nd: 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM, $22.09

We're looking for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy building, troubleshooting, and working with tools. Candidates with automotive, diesel, maintenance, construction, farming, military, or manufacturing backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN.

The pay range for this position is $21.34 - $22.09/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 Lafayette,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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.