Assembler
Aerotek
Posted Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005963692
Assembler
Job Description
Join our team as an Assembler, where you will perform various assembly functions from start to finish. You will be responsible for advising team members of shortages or quality issues, inspecting each phase of assembly to ensure quality, reading and following production lists, identifying proper materials, and adhering to standard work, control plans, and written work instructions. You will use drills, screw guns, nail/staple guns, chop saws, routers, sanders, and various other tools and equipment as part of the assembly process.
Responsibilities
- Perform assembly functions from start to finish.
- Advise team members of shortages or quality issues.
- Inspect each phase of assembly to ensure quality.
- Read and follow production lists.
- Identify proper materials for assembly.
- Follow standard work, control plans, and written work instructions.
- Utilize various tools and equipment such as drills, screw guns, nail/staple guns, chop saws, routers, and sanders.
Essential Skills
- Experience in assembly and production work.
- Familiarity with hand tools and power tools.
- Basic reading and math skills.
- Ability to read a tape measure.
- Capability to lift 50+ lbs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Graduate/GED/HSED.
- Experience in mechanical assembly and construction.
- Ability to use various tools and equipment effectively.
Work Environment
The work environment includes two shifts: 1st shift from 5am to 3:30pm and 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 2am, Monday to Thursday, with occasional Friday shifts. The facility is not air-conditioned, making it hot during work hours. The dress code requires steel-toed shoes but allows for flexibility otherwise, permitting shorts and t-shirts, with the condition of avoiding inappropriate attire. Employees are granted two twelve-minute breaks and one thirty-minute lunch break. Candidates with long hair must secure their hair in a ponytail or bun.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.20 - $22.20/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 Dubuque,IA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.
Contact Information
Email: lvandentop@aerotek.com
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