Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assembler Job Description

This role focuses on assembling mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will use a variety of hand, power, and hydraulic tools to build products according to work instructions, blueprints, and manuals, while accurately measuring and converting between metric and imperial units. The position requires at least six months of prior assembly experience and a strong willingness to learn and train in multiple areas.

• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assembly tasks using hand, power, and hydraulic tools in a large manufacturing environment.
• Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and manuals to assemble components accurately and safely.
• Use tape measures and other measuring tools to work with both metric and imperial units, including performing basic conversions.
• Maintain consistent productivity while standing for at least 75% of the workday on concrete floors.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the proper use of required personal protective equipment.
• Adapt to training in multiple areas of the production line to support different buildings and processes as needed.
• Take direction well from supervisors and leads, and respond positively to feedback and instruction.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support production schedules and overtime requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in a dark, dusty, and sometimes dirty environment.
• Collaborate with teammates and leadership to meet production goals and quality standards.

• Minimum of 6 months of prior assembly experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools, power tools, and hydraulic tools.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, or manuals.
• Proficiency with tape measures and understanding of both metric and imperial measurement systems, including unit conversions.
• Comfort working in a large manufacturing environment with multiple buildings and production areas.
• Willingness to train in and adapt to multiple areas of the production process.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (at least 75% of the time) on concrete floors.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and work under direction from supervisors.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• No high school diploma or GED required.

• Prior experience in mechanical assembly, hydraulic assembly, or electrical assembly.
• Experience working from blueprints in a production or industrial setting.
• Comfort working in dark, musky, and dirty areas of a facility.
• Interest in developing skills that can lead to higher certifications and internal advancement.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts and overtime, including Fridays when needed.
• Positive attitude toward continuous learning and cross-training.

You will join a production environment that offers highly competitive pay for the area, excellent benefits, and a strong commitment to employee growth. Team members enjoy profit sharing, production bonuses for each building, tuition reimbursement, and paid training for higher certifications. There is a clear path for advancement, with many leaders having started their careers on the production line, creating a culture that values internal promotion, skill development, and long-term career opportunities.

The role is based in a large manufacturing facility with multiple buildings and concrete floors where you will stand for most of your shift. The environment can be dark, musky, and dirty in some areas, and you will work around industrial equipment and tools. Metatarsal steel-toe footwear is required. Safety glasses and hearing protection are mandatory and provided. All tools and equipment needed for the job are supplied on site. Typical attire includes jeans and a t-shirt or sweatshirt; shorts and sweatpants are not allowed. You will work 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, with first shift running from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and second shift from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with overtime available on Fridays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shady Grove, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $20.25/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Shady Grove,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.