Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring for Assemblers in Simpsonville, SC pays up to $19/hr.

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling mechanical and electrical components for production systems by following detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions. You will use a variety of hand and power tools to build frames, sub-assemblies, cooling systems, and enclosure components while performing basic quality checks and documenting your work. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret technical documentation, and a commitment to meeting production and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble frames, sub-assemblies, cooling systems, and enclosure components using hand and power tools in accordance with engineering drawings and build instructions.
• Install mechanical hardware, busbars, brackets, cable trays, and structural components accurately following engineering documentation.
• Perform alignment of mechanical parts to ensure proper fit and function.
• Follow electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to complete electrical assemblies.
• Route, cut, strip, crimp, and terminate wires and harnesses according to specifications.
• Install electrical components and ensure correct placement and secure mounting.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions accurately to guide assembly work.
• Assemble, modify, rework, and reassemble production components using drawings, pick tickets, process documentation, and verbal instructions.
• Perform repetitive and skilled assembly operations while maintaining high quality and meeting production targets.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections to ensure assemblies meet all standards and specifications.
• Conduct basic quality checks to identify defects or non-conformances and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Document results of assembly and inspection activities and communicate issues to engineering or project leads in a timely manner.
• Work from a tablet or computer to locate job orders and enter necessary production or quality data.
• Use hand and power tools, including power screwdrivers, wire strippers, and crimpers safely and effectively.
• Lift and move components and assemblies up to 50 lbs as required to complete tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to resolve assembly issues and support continuous improvement of processes.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in mechanical and electrical assembly in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, including power screwdrivers, wire strippers, and crimpers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in mechanical assembly and alignment of parts.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions accurately.
• Experience with electrical assembly, including routing, cutting, stripping, crimping, and terminating wires and harnesses.
• Familiarity with installing electrical components and hardware in control panels or similar assemblies.
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring and circuit board assembly practices.
• Ability to perform basic quality checks and identify defects or non-conformances in assembled products.
• Comfort using tablets or computers for job order lookup and basic data entry.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset to identify and resolve assembly issues.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and process documentation consistently and accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with control panels or related electrical assemblies.
• Experience in electronics or electronic assembly is beneficial.
• Exposure to production environments that support data centers or similar industries.
• General labor experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Comfort working with both mechanical and electrical components in an integrated assembly.
• Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and technologies as production needs evolve.
• Flexibility to support different production lines or locations as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that supports the expanding data center industry, providing opportunities to work on modern, impactful products. The company offers a stable, production-focused environment where your technical skills and attention to detail directly contribute to the success of the team. You can expect opportunities to develop your mechanical and electrical assembly skills, gain exposure to advanced production practices, and grow your career in a setting that values reliability, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This is a full-time role in a production environment with multiple shifts available. One shift typically runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and another from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with current schedules often extending to 10-hour days. Overtime may be required, and candidates should be open to working additional hours as needed to meet production demands. Work takes place at two manufacturing locations in the Simpsonville and Fountain Inn areas. The environment involves regular use of hand and power tools, including power screwdrivers, wire strippers, and crimpers, as well as working from tablets or computers to access job orders and enter data. The role requires frequent standing, repetitive motions, and lifting up to 50 lbs while working around mechanical and electrical assemblies in a structured, process-driven setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Simpsonville, SC.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Simpsonville,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.