Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Technician

The Mechanical Assembly Technician builds complex sub-assemblies and final assemblies used in custom extrusion, injection, and blow molding machines. This role involves interpreting detailed work orders and highly customized blueprints to assemble machinery to precise specifications, while supporting equipment start-up, processing, repair, and rebuild activities in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical assembly with experience building machinery.

• Proficient blueprint reading skills, including interpreting very custom and detailed drawings.

• Hands-on experience with hydraulic systems and components.

• Hands-on experience with pneumatic systems and components.

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and apply effective problem-solving skills.

• Capability to assemble and install major components and sub-assemblies with minimal supervision.

• Competence in maintaining specified tolerances and performing precision alignment tasks.

• Ability to safely operate lathes, milling machines, drill presses, saws, surface grinders, and similar equipment.

• Ability to safely operate a forklift when required.

• Strict adherence to safety protocols and programs.

• Ownership of a basic mechanic tool set; custom tools are provided as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in machine building within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Familiarity with extrusion, injection, or blow molding machinery assembly is beneficial.

• Comfort working from detailed work orders and custom engineering documentation.

• Willingness to support start-up, processing, repair, and rebuild activities as part of daily responsibilities.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a plant setting.

• Interest in ongoing skills development, including potential use of tuition assistance programs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $66560.00/yr.

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.

There is a competitive Benefits plan offered - this is available for review. Please ask me! 2 weeks of vacation time, 1 week sick leave 401k match (outlined in benefits package) Pension Plan! Opportunity within the plant for advancement is there. There is also tuition assistance for those looking to expand their skills.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in York,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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.