Electromechanical Assembler

This role focuses on performing high-quality welding and assembly work within a machine shop environment, adhering to specific tolerances and production standards. You will receive training but are expected to work independently, interpret blueprints, and contribute to fabrication and fitting tasks as part of a small, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding operations to meet specific tolerances and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to complete welding and assembly tasks accurately.
• Assemble electromechanical and metal components according to production requirements and specifications.
• Fabricate and fit parts using appropriate tools and welding techniques to ensure proper alignment and fit-up.
• Work independently after training to plan and execute daily welding and assembly tasks with minimal supervision.
• Inspect welds and assemblies for defects and ensure they meet internal quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members in a small machine shop environment to meet production deadlines.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and best practices while operating welding and fabrication equipment.
• Support general production activities as needed, including handling materials and preparing components for welding and assembly.

• Proven experience with welding, including both MIG and TIG processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience working with stainless steel and other metals.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently after initial training.
• Experience in fabrication, fitting, and production welding within a shop environment.
• Strong attention to detail to achieve precise tolerances and high-quality welds.
• Capability to perform assembly work related to electromechanical or metal components.
• Solid understanding of safe operation of welding equipment and basic shop tools.

• Experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Background in MIG welding, TIG welding, and stainless steel fabrication across various applications.
• Familiarity with production workflows and meeting output targets.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a small team setting.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and expand welding and assembly skill sets over time.

You will join a large, established manufacturing organization that offers significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development. The company provides structured 90-day performance reviews, with the potential for hourly rate increases based on your demonstrated skill level and performance. You can expect a supportive environment that values continuous improvement, recognizes individual contributions, and encourages long-term career progression within the organization.

Work Environment

You will work in a small team within a machine shop setting that focuses on welding, fabrication, and assembly work. The environment includes the use of MIG and TIG welding equipment, standard fabrication tools, and machinery typical of a production-focused shop. The role follows standard manufacturing practices, with an emphasis on safety, collaboration, and efficient workflow in a hands-on, shop-floor environment. Dress will be consistent with a typical machine shop, including appropriate workwear and protective gear suitable for welding and fabrication tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Danbury, CT.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Danbury,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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.