Assembler

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling from start to finish in a fast-paced production environment. You will work with hand and power tools, follow detailed production lists and work instructions, and ensure that every product meets strict quality standards. The position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a production team.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow production lists, control plans, and written work instructions accurately.
• Identify and select the proper materials needed for each assembly task.
• Inspect each phase of the assembly process to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Advise team members and supervisors of material shortages, defects, or quality issues in a timely manner.
• Use drills, screw guns, nail and staple guns, chop saws, routers, sanders, and other hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure and verify dimensions as required.
• Follow standard work procedures to maintain consistency and efficiency in production.
• Handle and move materials and finished products, including lifting items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines and practices.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and support continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma, GED, or HSED.
• Basic reading and math skills to interpret work instructions and production lists.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to safely operate drills, screw guns, nail and staple guns, chop saws, routers, sanders, and other tools and equipment used in assembly.
• Comfort working with hand tools and power tools in a production or general labor environment.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more as part of daily duties.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform mechanical assembly tasks.
• Ability to follow standard work, control plans, and written work instructions consistently.
• Reliability in attending scheduled shifts and working a four 10-hour day schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, production, general labor, or construction environments.
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly processes and using a variety of hand tools and power tools.
• Experience reading basic blueprints or production drawings.
• Comfort working in a warm, non-air-conditioned manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to follow safety requirements, including appropriate footwear and hair restraints when applicable.
• Interest in long-term career growth and development within a manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join an established, trusted brand with a long history and a strong reputation in the window industry. The organization offers comprehensive benefits, profit sharing, a 401(k) match, and competitive paid time off to support your financial well-being and work-life balance. A four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts means no regular weekend work, providing predictable time off and flexibility. You will have opportunities for career growth and development in a stable environment that values quality craftsmanship and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This is a full-time role in a manufacturing facility that produces premium custom windows delivered directly to dealers and homeowners. The standard schedule follows a four 10-hour day workweek from Monday through Thursday, with a first shift running approximately 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and a second shift running approximately 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Occasional work on Fridays may be scheduled for a half or full day, with notice provided earlier in the week. The workday includes two twelve-minute breaks and one thirty-minute lunch break. The facility employs several hundred people and operates in a non-air-conditioned environment, so it can become warm, especially during hotter months. The dress code requires steel-toed shoes for safety, while allowing flexible attire such as shorts and t-shirts, provided clothing remains appropriate and free of offensive content. Individuals with long hair must secure it in a ponytail or bun for safety. You will work on a production floor using a variety of hand and power tools, handling materials and finished products throughout your shift in a team-oriented environment focused on safety and quality.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.

The pay range for this position is $22.20 - $22.20/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Dubuque,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.