1st Shift Assembly

Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

The Assembler plays a key role in building high-quality products in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. In this role, you carefully follow work orders and engineering specifications to assemble mechanical and electrical components, operate a variety of hand and power tools, and ensure that each unit meets strict quality and safety standards before moving to the next stage of production.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and consistently use required safety equipment in accordance with company policies and practices.

• Review work orders to understand product specifications, requirements, and assembly steps before starting work.

• Visually inspect components and completed units during assembly to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications.

• Select and assemble parts in the correct sequence using tools such as drills, rivets, screws, braces, and tape to meet design requirements.

• Install appropriate sub-assemblies and component parts in each unit based on engineering and design specifications.

• Apply wiring harnesses, sensors, and other electrical components in cabinets as specified in work instructions and diagrams.

• Operate a variety of tools including hand tools, drill, rivet gun, saw, hy-pot tester, hacksaw, and drill press safely and effectively.

• Complete all assembly processes in the prescribed sequence to maintain product integrity and production flow.

• Ensure completed units meet established quality standards before moving them to the next workstation or production stage.

• Perform cabinet foaming according to engineering specifications and standard operating procedures.

• Read and follow work instructions, labels, and part numbers accurately to avoid assembly errors.

• Use tape measures and other basic measuring tools to verify dimensions and proper fit of parts and assemblies.

• Conduct basic inspection of parts and assemblies to identify defects or issues and report them promptly.

• Maintain a clean and organized immediate work area on a daily basis to support safety and efficiency.

• Handle bulky parts and materials, including frequent lifting of up to 35 pounds, while standing, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to support production goals and adjust to changing priorities.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support manufacturing, general labor, and production needs.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Basic computer skills or a strong willingness to learn and use computer systems related to manufacturing and work instructions.

• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated product assembly.

• Ability to frequently lift up to 35 pounds and handle bulky parts safely.

• Comfort with standing, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive tasks for the duration of the shift.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work with hand and power tools.

• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools such as drills, rivet guns, saws, hacksaws, and drill presses.

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures accurately.

• Ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels, and work instructions.

• Attention to detail in visual inspection of components and completed units to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Ability to work on an assembly line or in a production environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

• Willingness to work required overtime after shifts when production is behind.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow wiring diagrams and blueprints as outlined in standard operating procedures.

• Experience with mechanical assembly, including building furniture, installations, or similar hands-on work.

• Experience using tape measures and basic measuring tools in a production or construction environment.

• Familiarity with inspection practices to check parts and assemblies for defects or nonconformance.

• Prior manufacturing experience beyond the minimum is preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn new tools, processes, and equipment.

• Ability to work effectively in a production environment with defined processes and quality standards.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing facility with plenty of room for professional development and advancement. The operation is part of a large, well-established organization, offering stability and long-term career opportunities. You work in a clean, climate-controlled environment that supports comfort and safety while you build valuable technical and mechanical skills. The culture emphasizes growth, learning, and teamwork, providing opportunities to expand your experience in manufacturing and related fields.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility focused on assembly line and production work. You work with a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, rivet guns, saws, hacksaws, drill presses, and testing equipment such as hy-pot testers. The position involves standing, bending, reaching, and handling bulky parts throughout the shift, with frequent lifting of up to 35 pounds. Most roles follow a first-shift schedule around early morning to mid-afternoon, while additional positions are available on a second-shift schedule from mid-afternoon to late evening. Overtime after the regular shift may be required when production is behind, typically ranging from several hours per week. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to work instructions, with organized workstations and daily housekeeping of the immediate work area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parkersburg, WV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Parkersburg,WV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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):

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.