Assembler

Job Title: Assembler Job Description
Join our dynamic team as an Assembler in a fast-paced production manufacturing environment. You will perform hands-on production assembly work at an assembly cell or station, striving to achieve specific production goals each shift. This position requires you to stand for a full 10-hour shift while assembling metal valves and fixture parts by hand, possibly using blueprints. You will utilize a combination of hand tools, power tools, and torque tools to assemble parts, and be trained to operate production machines. Additional tasks may include packing, labeling, painting parts, visual quality inspections, pressure testing, and cleaning parts.
Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on production assembly work in an assembly cell or station.
• Assemble metal valves and fixture parts using hand tools, power tools, and torque tools.
• Operate machines to assemble or install parts of valves and fixtures.
• Pack, label, and tag parts for shipment, and paint parts as needed.
• Conduct visual quality inspections and complete production reports/paperwork.
• Perform pressure testing of valve pieces using PSI measurements.
• Clean parts using chemical solutions, cloths, or air hoses.

Essential Skills

• 1-2+ years of current or recent assembly experience.
• Experience with assembly, hand tools, power tools, and production line work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and follow repetitive assembly procedures.
• Comfortable working at a fast pace to meet production goals.
• Experience with assembly drawings, instructions, testing, and production.
• Familiarity with calipers, torque wrenches, torque tools, and micrometers.
• Experience in machine operation and subassembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical experience from industries such as construction, roofing, carpentry, or home remodeling.
• Good tenure in previous positions, with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to cross-train on new machines and assembly areas.
• Fluency in English is required; bilingual capabilities are a plus.
• Ability to lift 45 pounds and perform repeated physical tasks for 10 hours.
• Excellent manual dexterity for coordinated hand and finger movements.
• Blueprint experience is advantageous.

Why Work Here?
Experience the benefits of working in a clean, climate-controlled environment. Enjoy opportunities for pay raises through cross-training and learning new stations. We offer paid holidays, PTO, and vacation time, alongside profit-sharing bonuses. Secure your future with our 401K retirement plan, featuring company matching, and access to a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Benefit from our education reimbursement program and wellness incentives for activities like spinning, gym workouts, CrossFit, and Weight Watchers.
Work Environment
You will work in a clean, well-lit, and climate-controlled facility, either independently or as part of a team in an assembly station or cell. The environment is fast-paced, requiring quick and efficient work to achieve production goals. Be prepared to stand for 10-hour shifts, with a schedule that includes working six days a week, Friday and Saturday shifts included. Adhere to our dress code, which requires safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toe footwear, work shirts, and jeans or work pants.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Burlington,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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):
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