Assembly Technician

Hiring Robotic Assembly Technician - 1st shift $21/hr!!

Job Description

This role focuses on the mechanical and electrical assembly of advanced robotic production equipment and the cells and structures that house them. You will build, wire, and test components using detailed drawings and blueprints, contributing directly to the creation of custom robotic systems for a wide range of manufacturing applications. The position offers a steep learning curve, structured training, and clear opportunities to grow into more advanced automation responsibilities over time.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of robotic production equipment, including the cells and apparatus in which the robots operate.

• Build mechanical structures such as cages and protective enclosures that are installed around robots and related equipment.

• Carry out electrical assembly tasks, including wiring and connecting components according to drawings and schematics.

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work prints to assemble components accurately and efficiently.

• Use hand tools and pneumatic power tools, such as wrenches and socket wrenches, to assemble mechanical and electrical systems.

• Lift and move components weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, coordinating team lifts for heavier items when needed.

• Perform basic motor testing and non-live wiring tasks as part of equipment build and verification processes.

• Follow established assembly procedures and quality standards to ensure safe, reliable, and consistent builds.

• Collaborate closely with supervisors, team leads, and coworkers during an extensive training period to learn complex systems and processes.

• Adapt to a dynamic work environment where daily tasks and projects vary, requiring flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools and equipment safely within a large workshop environment.

• Progress over time from primarily mechanical assembly responsibilities toward more advanced automation-related tasks, as skills and experience develop.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated background in mechanical or electrical assembly, such as mechanics, machine building, home remodeling, or similar hands-on work.

• Ability to read, understand, and use blueprints, drawings, and work prints to assemble mechanical and electrical systems.

• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools, including wrenches, socket wrenches, and pneumatic tools, for building machines or mechanical structures.

• Experience assembling machines, infrastructure, or other mechanical systems using both mechanical and electrical components.

• Basic understanding of electrical assembly and wiring practices, including working with non-live wiring.

• Comfort working with robotics-related equipment and components in a production or workshop environment.

• Willingness to read and work from blueprints and work prints throughout the shift.

• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds and participate in team lifts for heavier components.

• Flexibility and comfort with a work environment where every day may involve different tasks and challenges.

• Patience and resilience to work through a steep learning curve, recognizing that full proficiency may take approximately six months.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• An associate degree in automation or a related field is highly beneficial and provides a strong pathway for progression.

• Interest in progressing from mechanical assembly into automation responsibilities over time.

• Willingness to participate in internal education and certification programs in areas such as programming, maintenance, and welding.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when working from technical drawings and complex assemblies.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with supervisors, team leads, and peers during a structured training period of approximately six months.

• Motivation to build a long-term career in the robotics and automation field.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, modern robotics-focused environment that invests heavily in your development through structured training and internal education. The organization offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a 401(k) plan to support your long-term financial wellbeing. You can pursue internal certifications in programming, maintenance, and welding, creating clear pathways for advancement within the robotics field. The work offers variety from day to day, a strong team-oriented culture, and the opportunity to grow from hands-on assembly into more advanced automation roles over time.

Work Environment

You will work in a large, open workshop that is well lit, very clean, and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and professional setting for precision assembly work. The role follows a first-shift schedule, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday. You will regularly use hand tools and pneumatic power tools while working around robotic equipment, mechanical structures, and electrical components. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork, with a structured training period of about six months during which you work closely alongside a supervisor or team lead to build your skills and confidence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miamisburg, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Miamisburg,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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.