Assembler

Job Title: Assembly Technician – Hydraulic Actuators (2nd Shift)

Job Description

This role focuses on preparing, assembling, and testing hydraulic actuator products and components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will use a variety of hand and power tools, follow assembly drawings, perform functional testing, and maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble products and components using a variety of hand tools and basic production equipment.

• Build and assemble different parts of hydraulic actuators using hand and power tools.

• Accurately read and interpret assembly drawings to assemble repetitive products to specification.

• Perform all phases of assembly, including timing and mechanical adjustments as required.

• Conduct functional tests on finished assemblies to verify proper performance and quality.

• Follow all safety procedures, guidelines, and company policies while performing daily tasks.

• Apply lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste in the assembly process.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by regularly cleaning and arranging tools, equipment, and materials.

• Actively participate in high-performance teams and company-sponsored training programs.

• Complete additional duties, projects, and assignments as directed by leadership.

Essential Skills

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in an assembly or mechanical environment.

• Ability to lift 40+ pounds consistently throughout the shift.

• Ability to stand for 10+ hours per day in a manufacturing setting.

• Strong attention to detail when following assembly drawings, instructions, and quality standards.

• Basic math skills to support measurement, counting, and production-related calculations.

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with mechanical assemblies.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and adhere to company policies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Production or manufacturing experience is a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is preferred.

• Experience with wrenches, hand tools, and power tools in a mechanical assembly environment.

• Familiarity with pneumatics and basic mechanical systems is beneficial.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development programs.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits and strong support for their well-being and development. Medical, dental, and vision coverage become available on day one upon conversion, and a 401(k) plan offers a 100% match up to 5% contribution. Team members are eligible for a quarterly profit-sharing bonus, generous paid time off starting at 88 hours per year, and paid holidays. Overtime opportunities are available, with many roles working around 50 hours per week. The organization invests in training and welcomes individuals without prior assembly experience, fostering a culture of learning, safety, and professionalism. Additional perks once hired directly include a sign-on bonus, healthy lifestyle reimbursements for activities such as gym memberships, exercise classes, and national park passes, safety shoe reimbursements for multiple pairs annually including insoles and inserts, and education reimbursement to support continued learning and career growth.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing machine shop environment that produces hydraulic actuators. The role is on 2nd shift, typically from 1:15 PM to 9:45 PM, with opportunities for overtime that can bring total weekly hours to around 50. You will work with hand and power tools, mechanical assemblies, and production equipment in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. The environment emphasizes a strong safety culture, adherence to safety procedures, and lean manufacturing principles. You will spend most of the shift standing, lifting components up to and over 40 pounds, and working at assembly stations in a professional manufacturing facility.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Enumclaw, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.63 - $24.63/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 Enumclaw,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.