Wire Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Assembler Job Description

The Electrical Assembler produces high-quality components by assembling parts and subassemblies, with a strong focus on electrical wiring and integration. This role involves working at an intermediate level with electrical wires, harnesses, and assemblies, using a variety of hand and power tools to build, install, and test electrical components and finished products. The Electrical Assembler prepares work by reviewing parts lists and diagrams, ensures all assemblies meet quality standards, and maintains a clean and organized work area.

• Produce components by assembling electrical and mechanical parts and subassemblies according to specifications.
• Perform electrical wiring and integrate electrical wires into products at an intermediate skill level.
• Use hand tools such as crimps, stakes, screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, and press-fit tools to assemble parts.
• Operate hand and power tools including torque drills, wrenches, and ratchets to complete assembly tasks.
• Mount assembled components such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets onto chassis panels.
• Connect component wires to circuits and route wires between individual component leads and terminals.
• Install finished assemblies or subassemblies into cases, cabinets, and other enclosures.
• Position and align components and parts accurately to ensure proper fit and function.
• Use hand tools or machines to assemble, secure, and fasten parts and components.
• Conduct quality control checks on assemblies to verify compliance with diagrams, schematics, and standards.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and electrical assembly diagrams to guide assembly work.
• Prepare work by studying parts lists and gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials needed for production.
• Perform wire harness assembly and follow wire harness designs to build and route cables and wiring.
• Work on assembly lines as needed to support production of electrical assemblies, cables, and wire harnesses.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure proper dimensions and cuts.
• Clean and maintain the work area, equipment, and tools to support a safe and efficient work environment.

• Intermediate-level experience with electrical wiring and integrating electrical wires into products.
• Ability to perform wire harness assembly and follow wire harness designs.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, and electrical assembly diagrams.
• Experience with electronic assembly and electrical assembly processes, including cables and wiring.
• Strong proficiency working with various hand and power tools such as torque drills, wrenches, ratchets, crimps, and soldering tools.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily assembly tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to conduct quality control checks on assembled components.
• Ability to work effectively on an assembly line and follow standardized procedures.

• Experience working with wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical wiring in a production environment.
• Familiarity with mounting electrical components such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets.
• Comfort using a variety of fastening methods including screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, and press fits.
• Ability to interpret parts lists and organize tools, materials, and subassemblies before starting work.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and efficient work area.
• Ability to adapt to assembly line workflows and changing production demands.

Employees work in a climate-controlled facility with a stable, high-demand product line and opportunities for growth. The expanding operation offers long-term stability and the chance to develop valuable technical skills. Team members receive a pay increase after 120 days, reflecting a culture that rewards commitment and performance.

The role is based in a climate-controlled production facility focused on electrical and electronic assemblies. Team members can expect 10-hour shifts and weekend work for the time being, supporting strong product demand. The current schedule is first shift, running from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The environment emphasizes safe use of hand and power tools, organized workstations, and consistent quality standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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.