Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assembler Job Description

As an Assembler, you will work in a fast-paced production environment where you gather materials from a material list, follow blueprints and assembly drawings to build products accurately, and perform picking, packing, testing, and inspection tasks. You will be cross-trained across multiple sections of the assembly line to support a variety of operations and help ensure products are assembled, packaged, and prepared for shipment with consistent quality.

• Work from material lists to retrieve and stage the correct components and supplies for each job.
• Read and interpret blueprints and assembly drawings to assemble products according to specifications.
• Retrieve products from the conveyor belt and insert or adjust internal linings within the product.
• Assemble handles, pins, and other components and install them on the product accurately and safely.
• Insert foam into products, package finished units, and prepare them for shipment.
• Pick and pack supplies and components as needed to support production flow.
• Perform basic repair operations on products as required.
• Conduct tests and inspections to verify product quality and adherence to standards.
• Rotate between multiple sections of the assembly line to support different stages of production and reduce repetitive tasks.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively throughout the assembly process.
• Follow verbal and written instructions to complete tasks correctly and on time.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other departments to meet production goals and maintain a smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with workplace standards.

• Experience using hand tools in a production or similar environment.
• Experience using power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based setting.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to rotate between different tasks and sections on the assembly line.

• Trade school education or technical training.
• Automotive experience or familiarity with mechanical components.
• Previous assembly experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Familiarity with basic quality checks, testing, or inspection processes.

You will join a workplace that emphasizes growth, development, and internal promotion, with many leads and supervisors having advanced from within. Once hired on permanently, you can benefit from strong, competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and potential shift-based pay differentials for second and third shifts. The organization offers clear opportunities for department mobility, annual performance reviews that support regular raise considerations, and a supportive culture where temporary employees often transition into leadership roles. You will also enjoy an on-site gym available to everyone, multiple holiday events, and 10 paid holidays annually, contributing to a balanced and engaging work experience.

The work environment is a clean, organized, and well-lit production facility with defined assembly lines and conveyor systems. You will use hand and power tools regularly and work with materials such as linings, handles, pins, foam, and packaging supplies. Multiple shifts are available to support different scheduling needs, including first shift (typically around 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.), second shift (around 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.), and third shift (around 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.), operating primarily Monday through Friday, with some schedules running through the weekend nights. You will be cross-trained across different assembly sections, which helps reduce repetitive tasks and provides variety throughout the day. The facility supports different assembly areas, and the environment encourages safe, efficient, and collaborative work practices.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Holyoke, MA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.20/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Holyoke,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.