Assembler

Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

This role supports manufacturing, engineering, operations, and shipping by performing mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of ultrasonic cleaning systems and related components. You will construct and wire ultrasonic transducers and control cabinets, perform routine testing and analysis, assist with prototype PCB work, and help ensure products meet quality and performance standards in a clean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing activities by performing mechanical assembly, wiring, and all phases of product testing.

• Apply knowledge of supply chain processing to support manufacturing workflows and product movement.

• Support engineering by assembling and testing prototype printed circuit boards (PCBs), procuring electronic and mechanical components, and handling general repair needs.

• Support operations by maintaining office equipment and performing other general duties as required.

• Support shipping by creating international and domestic shipments for all major carriers and handling occasional mailings.

• Troubleshoot electrical failures on circuit boards and assist with electronic diagnostics.

• Take primary responsibility for the construction and wiring of ultrasonic transducers for ultrasonic cleaning units.

• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, and schematics to ensure accurate construction and wiring of ultrasonic transducers and control cabinets.

• Perform routine high-potential (hi-pot) testing and impedance analysis on ultrasonic transducer arrays to verify performance and safety.

• Build and wire electrical control cabinets and boxes for ultrasonic cleaners, including installing timers, relays, switches, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

• Develop cleaning procedures for ultrasonic transducer components using in-house ultrasonic cleaning systems.

• Clean parts and components to support the transducer assembly team.

• Perform transducer repairs and minor circuit board soldering as needed.

• Use hand tools, power tools, and measurement tools such as tape measures to complete assembly tasks accurately.

• Work under established procedures while maintaining a high level of professionalism and clear communication with team members.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical assembly experience, including the use of hand and power tools.

• Proven ability to perform electrical assembly, wiring, and basic panel building.

• Good soldering skills, including minor circuit board soldering and repair.

• Ability to troubleshoot electronic and electrical issues, including failures on circuit boards.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

• Experience performing product testing, including hi-pot testing and impedance analysis or similar electrical tests.

• At least 2 years of experience and working knowledge of electronics, manufacturing, and test equipment.

• Possession of an electronic technical certificate.

• Proficiency in using computers, including MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with small components, potentially under a microscope.

• Ability to follow detailed procedures, maintain accuracy, and complete work to quality standards.

• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a production environment.

• Understanding of electrical safety, electrical controls, and industrial or electrical maintenance concepts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience assembling ultrasonic transducers, ultrasonic cleaners, or similar electromechanical equipment.

• Familiarity with building and wiring electrical control cabinets and boxes, including installing timers, relays, switches, and PLCs.

• Experience with supply chain processing and production workflows in a manufacturing environment.

• Comfort working with microscopes for detailed assembly or inspection tasks.

• Experience developing or following cleaning procedures for precision components.

• Background in maintenance and repair of electronic or electrical systems.

• Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and procedures.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when handling components, documentation, and shipments.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, organized manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are highly valued. The role offers the opportunity to broaden your skills across mechanical assembly, electronics, testing, and shipping, while collaborating closely with engineering, operations, and production teams. You will gain hands-on experience with specialized ultrasonic cleaning technologies and test equipment, and you will be encouraged to develop your technical capabilities over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean manufacturing environment focused on producing ultrasonic cleaning systems and related components. You will work with mechanical and electrical assembly tools, including hand tools, power tools, tape measures, microscopes, and test equipment for hi-pot and impedance analysis. The role involves frequent use of computers, MRP systems, and Microsoft Excel for documentation and production support. Work is typically performed in a production and light industrial setting with an emphasis on safety, organization, and adherence to established procedures. The environment supports close collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and shipping teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ewing, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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 Ewing,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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.