Production Assembler

Production Assembler OpportunityMilitary Defense Manufacturing Company urgently hiring Production Assemblers! Career opportunity in Fairfield, NJ!Location: Byram, NJShift: 7:00am-5:30pm (Monday-Thursday)Pay: $24/hour; Overtime: $36/hour (overtime availability on Fridays & Saturdays)Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Assembler to join our team. In this role, you will assemble components according to detailed drawings and operation sheets, ensuring precision and quality in every task. This position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Assemble components in accordance with drawings and operation sheets.Perform weighing, loading, and pressing operations.Handle tooling and fixtures and use various hand tools to produce or modify parts.Maintain count and order progress by logging time and quantities.Close and assemble units using crimping and closure tools and apply epoxy.Perform soldering tasks, including small wire soldering, terminal soldering, and bridge wire welding.Build and route wire harnesses, including cutting, stripping, crimping, and terminating wires according to specifications.Inspect completed assemblies for quality and compliance with specifications.Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety protocols.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wharton, NJ.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00/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)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wharton, NJ.