Assembler

As a Mechanical Assembler, you will be engaged in either Sub Assembly or general assembly processes. You will learn to add metal brackets and use hand and power tools to attach fasteners, clips, or other hardware onto window units. Additionally, you will utilize caulking guns to fill spaces and test caulking products to ensure proper sealing. Your role will involve a high level of attention to detail, as you paint material ends, work with non-fiberglass insulation, and apply netting or wrapping around final units. Throughout the process, you will inspect for assembly flaws and work with large pieces of glass and sheet metal.

• Add metal brackets and use hand and power tools to attach hardware onto window units.
• Use caulking guns to fill spaces and test caulking products for sealing effectiveness.
• Paint the ends of materials and work with non-fiberglass insulation.
• Apply netting or wrapping around final units and inspect for any assembly flaws.
• Work with large pieces of glass/sheet metal and stand or walk for an 8-hour shift.
• Retrieve materials from the yard and conduct unit testing in testing booths.
• Meet daily and overall production goals for respective departments and assembly lines.
• Participate in cross-training across various areas and adapt to different tasks as needed.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a mechanical role.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading, fabrication, fitting, and installation.
• Experience with power tools and construction.
• Ability to read a tape measure with precision.
• 1-2 years of experience in the mechanical field using hand and power tools.

• Computer skills are a plus.
• 6 months minimum experience in an assembly-type role.
• Construction or home improvement experience is ideal.
• Flexibility to perform tasks as needed and receive positive feedback.
• Positive attitude, great listening skills, and a "can-do" approach.
• Ability to adapt to different working areas, including the insulation area.

Join a supportive environment where the team feels like family, and leadership values and invests in employees. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a 401k match up to 5%, employer-paid short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Benefit from flex time off with 15 days of PTO starting out, increasing to a minimum of 3 weeks after 5 years. Additionally, engage in a generous bonus plan structure and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans. Receive a voucher for safety prescription glasses and an allowance for new steel-toed boots annually.

Work in a non-climate controlled, busy manufacturing facility filled with assemblers and some loud machinery. The environment includes both indoor and outdoor storage of materials, and tasks may involve exposure to outside conditions. The shift runs from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the possibility of mandatory overtime during the week or on Saturdays if needed. The team-oriented atmosphere involves working with large pieces of glass, sheet metal, and steel frames in a collaborative setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Chester,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 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.