Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

The mechanical assembler assembles, starts up, and helps commission complex equipment and machinery. This role fits and assembles mechanical components using blueprints, manuals, engineering notes, and technical drawings, and supports the construction, rebuilding, and repair of machines and equipment. The position also involves operating material handling equipment, using a wide range of hand, power, and air tools, and performing test runs to ensure that completed tools and machines meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, repair, and rebuild machinery by interpreting blueprints, technical documents, sketches, and engineering instructions, along with practical knowledge of machine construction.
• Operate various machinery and equipment including forklifts, and various tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve new assembly challenges as they arise, identifying practical solutions independently or collaboratively.
• Maintain adaptability and clear communication while working in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume fabrication environment.
• Accurately read and use measuring tools.
• Document production results.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with established standards.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, engineering memos, sketches, and other technical documentation.
• Complete proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and air tools used in mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency using measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, radius gauges, and go/no-go gauges.
• Experience with mechanical assembly of machinery and equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a large equipment or industrial manufacturing shop environment.
• Familiarity with tooling setup and adjustment in support of machine assembly.
• Exposure to welding processes in a manufacturing or repair setting.
• Comfort working with computer-based business systems for documentation and reporting.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, precise work.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, high-output production environment with extended hours when required.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both their financial and personal well-being. The organization offers competitive pay, health, dental, and life insurance, as well as tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) plan with company match to help employees invest in their future.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large equipment manufacturing shop and standard hours for this position are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with most team members currently working approximately 50 to 55 hours per week due to high demand. The environment is hands-on and production-focused, involving regular use of jib and overhead cranes, forklifts, hand tools, power tools, air tools, and various measuring devices. Work takes place around large machinery and equipment, requiring consistent attention to safety procedures and safe operation of material handling and assembly equipment.

This is a Permanent position based out of Crystal Lake, IL.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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:
• 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 Crystal Lake,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

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.

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.