Assembler

Assembler -- 1st and 2nd shift

This role assembles mechanical and electrical components according to drawings, schematics, and work instructions while meeting strict quality and production targets. You verify part accuracy using measuring tools and gauges, complete required production documentation, and perform in-process quality checks. You also support a culture of safety and continuous improvement by following established procedures, rotating through departmental jobs, and assisting new team members with learning equipment, specifications, and quality plans.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components according to drawings, schematics, work instructions, and verbal directions while meeting quality and quantity objectives.

• Read and interpret work orders, specification sheets, drawings, and quality plans to determine assembly requirements.

• Assemble, position, and align parts in the specified relationship to each other to ensure proper fit and function.

• Use various measuring equipment and gauges, such as calipers and other precision tools, to verify part accuracy and maintain required tolerances.

• Perform quality checks on parts and assemblies in the assigned process to ensure they meet quality standards.

• Complete necessary production and quality paperwork on the line accurately and in a timely manner.

• Operate hand tools and mechanical tools safely and effectively during assembly tasks.

• Assist new employees with learning how to operate equipment, read specification sheets, interpret drawings and schematics, and follow quality plans.

• Rotate through all departmental jobs within the assembler job classification as needed to support production requirements.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 6+ months of experience reading work instructions or blueprints.

• Minimum 6+ months of experience in an assembly role in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and write English to understand work orders, instructions, drawings, and quality documentation.

• Ability to stand for 810 hours per day to perform production and assembly tasks.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and work orders.

• Proficiency using measurement tools and gauges, including calipers and other precision instruments, to verify part accuracy.

• Hands-on experience with hand tools and mechanical tools in an assembly setting.

• Basic understanding of quality control practices in a production environment.

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality plans consistently.

• Strong attention to accuracy and precision when assembling and inspecting parts.

• Capability to work safely around production equipment and follow safety procedures.

• Willingness to rotate across multiple jobs within the assembler classification as production needs require.

Why Work Here?

You join a highly organized and modern production environment that prioritizes comfort, safety, and a calm working atmosphere. The facility offers consistent full-time hours with opportunities for overtime, supporting stable earnings and predictable scheduling. You work alongside a sizable and supportive team, with structured training and clear processes that make it easier to grow your skills and confidence on the job. The company values quality, safety, and teamwork, creating a professional environment where you can focus, develop, and contribute meaningfully every day.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, well-lit, and climate- and humidity-controlled production facility, designed to support work with power strips and related components. The environment allows employees to work peacefully and calmly at their individual workstations, with approximately 60 people per shift contributing to production. Multiple shifts are available: first shift runs from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and second shift runs from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with consistent 40-hour workweeks and overtime at times. You will stand for most of the shift while performing assembly, inspection, and related tasks. The facility follows established quality and safety systems, and employees are expected to adhere to these standards at all times. The dress code requires steel-toe footwear, jeans, safety glasses, and ear protection while on the production floor to maintain a safe working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Lincoln, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.

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.