Assembler

Job Title: Assembler

1st 6am-4pm Mon - Thurs

2nd 2pm-12:30am Mon - Thurs

BOTH SHIFTS WORKING MANDATORY FRIDAYS

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling wiring, sensors, and other components used in custom heating equipment. You will work at various stations with very small parts, primarily in a seated position, performing detailed and repetitive tasks that require strong attention to detail. You will rotate duties and cross-train in different areas, supporting a wide range of custom orders for heating applications used in restaurants, medical devices, and other specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wiring and other components that go into heating equipment according to specifications and work instructions.

• Work at various assembly stations, primarily seated, handling very small parts with consistent accuracy and precision.

• Measure wire accurately and cut it to specified lengths using rulers, scales, and other measuring tools.

• Use prepared kits to assemble products, ensuring all required parts and materials are correctly used and accounted for.

• Add protective coatings around electrical terminals to ensure safe and reliable operation of the finished products.

• Fill casings with cement or other specified materials as part of the sensor assembly process.

• Thread wire through peg boards to create flexible heaters, following detailed patterns and layouts.

• Apply terminals onto materials and add a second layer to cover heaters, ensuring proper alignment and secure connections.

• Place assembled heaters in ovens to cure, monitoring processes as directed and following safety procedures.

• Test sensors and assemblies to verify functionality and quality, following established testing procedures.

• Maintain strong attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks and working with very small components.

• Meet performance metrics and production expectations after the initial training period of approximately 1–2 months.

• Cross-train in both sensor and flex/foam areas to build a diverse skill set and support different production lines.

• Work on orders ranging from small batches to high-volume production runs, adapting to varying order sizes from 1 to 100,000 units.

• Use hand tools such as drills, pliers, wrenches, and similar tools safely and effectively during assembly.

• Follow quality inspection procedures to ensure assemblies meet specifications and standards.

• Read and interpret rulers and scales daily to verify measurements and maintain dimensional accuracy.

• Reference shop drawings and prints when needed, using them to guide assembly steps and confirm product requirements.

• Communicate clearly about previous assembly processes and experience during training and ongoing work.

• Adhere to all safety guidelines, housekeeping standards, and company policies while working in the production environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cary, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.51 - $17.51/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 Cary,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.