Assembler

Job Title: Assembler $17.51hr

Job Description

The Assembler works at various production stations to build wiring, sensors, and heater components used in custom heating equipment. You will work primarily with very small parts in a seated position for most of the shift, performing detailed, repetitive tasks that require strong concentration and accuracy. You will rotate duties and cross-train across different assembly areas to diversify your skills while contributing to made-to-order products for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wiring and other components that go into custom heating equipment according to specifications and work instructions.
• Measure wire accurately and cut it to precise specifications using rulers and other measuring tools.
• Utilize pre-built kits to assemble products in the correct sequence and configuration.
• Apply protective coatings around electric terminals to ensure safety and product reliability.
• Fill casings with cement or other materials as required by the assembly process.
• Handle and assemble very small parts with consistent accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Meet performance and productivity metrics after the initial training period of approximately 1–2 months.
• Rotate between different workstations and cross-train in multiple assembly areas to support production needs.
• Thread wire through peg boards to create flexible heaters in the flex/foam area.
• Apply terminals onto materials and add additional layers to cover heaters as part of the build process.
• Place assembled components in ovens for curing and complete the curing process according to guidelines.
• Test sensors and heaters to verify proper functionality and quality standards.
• Follow quality inspection procedures to ensure all products meet required specifications.
• Use hand tools such as drills, pliers, and wrenches safely and effectively during assembly tasks.
• Read and interpret basic shop drawings or prints when needed to complete work accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and production procedures.
• Support varying order sizes ranging from very small to high-volume production runs, depending on customer demand.

Essential Skills

• Proven attendance and dependability, verified through references or similar checks.
• Ability to read scales and rulers and use them accurately on a daily basis.
• Experience using hand tools such as drills, split pliers, and open-ended wrenches.
• Basic math skills to support measuring, cutting, and assembly tasks.
• Ability to clearly explain and walk through previous assembly experience and processes.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with very small parts in repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to performance expectations after training.
• Comfort working in a seated position for most of the shift while maintaining focus and accuracy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with brazing and soldering is a plus.
• Prior experience in assembly, especially in a manufacturing environment, is beneficial.
• Experience with quality inspection or quality-focused work is helpful.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting shop drawings or prints is an advantage.
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools, including drills, pliers, and wrenches.
• Interest in learning new manufacturing skills such as CNC, welding, or engineering through on-the-job development and tuition support.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturer that invests in long-term careers, offering structured training, cross-training, and clear opportunities to grow into other production roles. You receive a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, paid holidays plus floating days, referral bonuses, a 401(k) with company match, health, vision, and dental insurance, disability and life insurance, an HSA contribution, bereavement pay, and an extended 16-week maternity and paternity leave program. Tuition reimbursement supports further education in areas such as CNC, welding, or engineering, and reimbursement for safety shoes and safety glasses is available upon permanent hire. The culture emphasizes safety, skill development, and internal promotion, giving you the chance to build a long-term, rewarding career in manufacturing.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a clean, organized manufacturing facility with multiple buildings and departments dedicated to producing custom heating equipment and components. One building offers a very clean environment near a clean room, while another has a more traditional industrial feel, and all production is completed on site. Assemblers primarily work at stations in a seated position, handling very small parts and using tools such as rulers, drills, pliers, wrenches, and other basic equipment. The role follows a first-shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime most commonly available before the shift and occasionally after, offered on a voluntary basis. Safety is a priority, with reimbursement for safety shoes and safety glasses available once hired permanently, and employees work within established safety and quality procedures to ensure a comfortable and well-managed production environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cary, IL.

The pay range for this position is $17.51 - $17.51/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 Cary,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.