Assembler

Assembler | Electro-Mechanical

1st Shift

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assembler, where you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including inspection, documentation, testing, quality control, quality assurance, and functional testing. You will work with blueprints, diagrams, screws, and hand tools to ensure high-quality assembly in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of electro-mechanical assembly experience. The typical schedule is 6AM-3:30PM. If you are interested in this position, then please apply today and an Aerotek Recruiter will reach out within 24-48 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and acceptance testing on final products and complete functional testing data sheets.
• Use hand measurement gauges and test equipment to ensure product compliance.
• Record first-pass yield information and comment measurements on inspection sheets and database.
• Report any quality or safety issues to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Conduct light assembly and repairs as required.
• Meet production standards and complete work in a timely manner.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine components parts and assembly sequences ensuring units are in compliance.
• Follow procedures for product assembly, fabrication, testing, and inspection of operations products.
• Inspect manufactured or processed products to ensure compliance with contract specifications and safety requirements.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, soldering, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with multi-meters, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and gauges.
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to write in English.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Willingness to work 10-15 hours of overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• QC experience in an aerospace environment is a plus.
• Experience with ISO 9001 regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, about 10-20% of the day.

Why Work Here?

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing aerospace company that offers an immaculate production floor and state-of-the-art equipment. Enjoy the benefits of working in a beautiful, well-lit facility with opportunities for personal growth and advancement. Employees are provided with their own desk/workstation equipped with excellent lighting and tools. Additional perks include a matching 401k, dental, vision, health benefits, and two weeks of paid vacation for permanent employees after six months, along with opportunities for pay raises throughout your career.

Work Environment

The work environment is exceptionally clean and adheres to a strict set of ISO 9001 regulations. You will be a part of an assembly department consisting of seven people and will spend the majority of the day standing. Working hours are from 6AM to 3:30PM, with some shifts starting at 5AM and occasional Saturday work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, IL.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Addison,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 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.