Job Title: Assembly 1st/3rd Shift

Job Description

The Assembly 1st/3rd Shift position involves gathering blueprints, routing sheets, setting specifications, and all related fixtures and tools necessary to assemble products. The assembler will move parts to the assembly area, fasten parts together with various fasteners, and use blueprints and routing sheets to assist in the assembly operation. The role also includes assembling parts into repair kits and switches, packaging, and moving products to the shipping department for further processing. Additionally, the assembler will inspect products prior to packaging and ensure containers meet specifications, establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules, and tally the number of products packaged.

Responsibilities

• Gather blueprints, routing sheets, setting specifications, and all related fixtures and tools necessary for assembly.
• Move parts to the assembly area from storage racks.
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners.
• Use blueprints, routing sheets, setting specifications, required hand tools and fixtures, and test benches to assist in assembly operations.
• Assemble parts into repair kits and switches; package and move products to the shipping department.
• Inspect products prior to packaging and return rejected products to production departments.
• Observe packaging operations and inspect containers to verify conformance to specifications.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Tally the number of products packaged or record information such as the type of products packaged.
• Operate a pallet jack to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Pack parts properly to prevent damage during transportation to the next operation.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or nine to eighteen months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, write and understand work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering prints, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with shipping clerks, other assembly, and shop personnel.
• Proficiency in basic arithmetic operations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Capable of consistently maintaining production rates and a high level of quality.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with a basic understanding of ISO 9001.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical assembly, hand tools, production, power tools, and order picking.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values quality and efficiency, providing a clean and well-lit work environment. Benefit from a team-oriented atmosphere where self-motivation is rewarded, and work procedures are established to meet production schedules.

Work Environment

Open production environment with very clean conditions and great lighting throughout the building. Some stations may be louder than others due to machinery in the area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Mankato, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Mankato,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2025.

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.