Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assembler / Assembly Technician II

Location: Morgan Hill

Pay Range: $20-$27

Shift: 7:30AM to 4:00PM Mon-Fri

Job Description

This mid-level Assembler / Assembly Technician II role focuses on performing advanced mechanical and electronic assemblies in a production environment. You interpret manufacturing documents, execute quality-focused work, and handle both standard and complex assembly tasks, including rework and modifications. You work closely with engineers, technicians, and quality teams to ensure that assemblies meet specifications, documentation is accurate, and continuous improvement opportunities are identified.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow manufacturing plans, drawings, schematics, and work instructions to complete assembly tasks correctly.
• Perform touch-ups to ensure high-quality finishes on parts and assemblies.
• Assemble, disassemble, modify, and rework prototype or experimental units as needed.
• Support testing of assemblies and prototypes by following procedures and recording results.
• Keep accurate records, including inspection logs and work completion reports.
• Work with engineers, technicians, and quality teams to fix assembly issues quickly.
• Suggest improvements to assembly processes and product designs.
• Build wire harnesses, frame assemblies, and motors using drawings and instructions.
• Perform wiring and electronic assembly, including soldering when required.
• Safely use hand and power tools (e.g., torque drivers, screwdrivers, micrometers).
• Follow quality standards (such as ISO 9001) and support a strong quality culture.
• Take on more complex assemblies, rework, and modification tasks beyond basic duties.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent damage and ensure quality.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of hands-on assembly experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Skilled in mechanical and electronic assembly, including cable and wiring work.
• Experience with soldering and electronic components.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and complete tasks accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with quality standards like ISO 9001.
• Comfortable using hand tools and basic assembly equipment (e.g., torque drivers, screwdrivers, micrometers).
• Experience with wire harnesses, frame assemblies, or motor builds is a plus.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Comfortable standing or sitting for long periods.
• Good hand coordination and fine motor skills for precise assembly work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a structured quality system (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Familiar with electronics production environments and components.
• Able to create and update basic documentation like inspection logs and process steps.
• Experience troubleshooting assembly issues with engineering or quality teams.
• Worked on prototype units, including rework and modifications.
• Comfortable suggesting process improvements and design changes.
• Able to handle changing priorities and work on both simple and complex assembly tasks.

Why Work Here?

You join a production environment that values quality, precision, and continuous improvement. The role offers the opportunity to expand your hands-on assembly skills, work on both standard and experimental products, and collaborate closely with engineering and quality teams. You gain exposure to structured quality systems and advanced tools while contributing directly to reliable, high-performing products. The environment encourages feedback, supports skill development, and recognizes the importance of teamwork and craftsmanship.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing and production environment focused on mechanical and electronic assemblies. You work with detailed work instructions, drawings, blueprints, and schematics to build and modify assemblies, including wire harnesses, frame line assemblies, and square motors. Daily work involves the use of tools such as torque drivers, electric low-power screwdrivers, micrometers, and other hand tools common in electronics and production settings. The position requires standing or sitting for extended periods while performing detailed, fine assembly work and lifting up to 25 pounds as needed. The environment operates under ISO 9001 or similar quality system standards, emphasizing documentation, inspection, and adherence to defined processes. You can expect a structured, safety-conscious production floor where collaboration with engineers, technicians, and quality personnel is part of the regular workflow.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Morgan Hill, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Morgan Hill,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.