Light Industrial Assembler

Job Title: Light Industrial Assembler Job Description

The Light Industrial Assembler builds HVAC units, subassemblies, and components using hand tools, power tools, and production equipment while following detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications. This role ensures products meet quality and safety standards, supports continuous improvement efforts, and contributes to achieving daily production goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble HVAC units, subassemblies, and components using hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.

• Read and interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, blueprints, and specifications to complete assigned tasks accurately.

• Install mechanical and electrical components, including wiring, motors, fans, coils, compressors, and controls as required.

• Inspect parts, in-process work, and completed assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or production concerns to supervisors or designated personnel.

• Perform functional testing and basic troubleshooting of assembled products when required to verify proper operation.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following 5S principles and company safety practices.

• Meet daily production goals while maintaining high levels of quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

• Accurately complete production documentation, quality records, and any required checklists or forms.

• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and standard manufacturing processes at all times.

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity and reducing waste.

• Cross-train and work in multiple assembly stations as needed to support production demands.

Essential Skills

• Experience with mechanical assembly in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Ability to read and interpret assembly instructions, work instructions, and basic blueprints.

• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.

• Ability to read measuring devices to verify dimensions and tolerances.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to install mechanical and electrical components.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience preferred.

• HVAC manufacturing or HVAC assembly experience is a plus.

• Familiarity with 5S principles and basic continuous improvement concepts.

• Comfort working with production documentation and quality records.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in a stable, hands-on manufacturing environment. The workplace encourages cross-training, teamwork, and learning, allowing you to broaden your experience across multiple assembly stations. You benefit from a culture that emphasizes organization, efficiency, and support, helping you grow professionally while contributing to the delivery of reliable HVAC products.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility focused on HVAC production, where you work around mechanical and electrical components, including wiring, motors, fans, coils, compressors, and controls. You regularly use hand tools, power tools, and production equipment while standing, moving, and handling parts throughout the shift. The environment follows 5S and safety practices, emphasizing cleanliness, organization, and adherence to established procedures. You work toward daily production targets in a fast-paced setting, collaborate with other assemblers and production staff, and may rotate across different assembly stations depending on operational needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Rochester, NY.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.

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.