Assembler

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembler role focuses on building mechanical components, subassemblies, and finished products in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and established quality standards. You will use a variety of hand and power tools, along with measuring equipment, to ensure all products are assembled accurately, safely, and efficiently on a structured production line.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components, subassemblies, and complete systems according to specifications, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Use a range of hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, socket sets, pliers, hex keys, and torque wrenches, to perform precise mechanical assembly tasks.
• Operate power tools such as electric screwdrivers, drills, impact drivers, grinders, and other assembly equipment to complete production work.
• Verify proper fit, alignment, and functionality of assembled components and systems before final approval.
• Inspect finished assemblies to ensure they meet all quality standards and customer requirements.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or assembly discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting to resolve minor assembly and fit issues.
• Handle and assemble components such as PCBs, electrical and electro-mechanical parts, rivets, screws, and crimped connections as required.
• Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality guidelines during assembly operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including working within organized production cells.
• Collaborate with team members and production staff to meet daily and weekly production schedules and output goals.
• Use basic computer skills to access work instructions, record production information, or reference drawings and schematics as needed.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting process enhancements and participating in problem-solving activities.
• Frequently lift, move, and position materials and assemblies weighing up to 50 pounds in a safe manner.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, socket sets, pliers, hex keys, and torque wrenches.
• Experience using power tools such as electric screwdrivers, drills, impact drivers, grinders, and other assembly equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how mechanical components fit and function together.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Basic understanding of schematics and component-level builds for mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to product quality and accuracy.
• Ability to frequently lift and move materials and assemblies up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and manufacturing processes.
• Basic computer skills for accessing documentation and recording production data.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, or electro-mechanical assembly environments.
• Familiarity with soldering techniques and working with PCBs in assembly operations.
• Experience with crimping, riveting, and securing mechanical fasteners in production settings.
• Comfort working with components and subassemblies used in precision mechanical and security-related systems.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team and communicate clearly with coworkers.
• Reliability and strong work ethic, with the ability to support overtime needs when required.
• Interest in learning and growing within a high-technology manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that designs and produces high-quality positioners and scalable physical security and process monitoring solutions built for extreme environments around the world. The organization offers a climate-controlled facility, comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan, and clear opportunities for growth and professional development. You will work with innovative products that support asset protection, threat intervention, border protection, system health monitoring, and communication, contributing to meaningful solutions while building a long-term career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility organized into structured production cells. You will work on 1st shift from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some overtime likely depending on production needs. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and quality, with access to a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and assembly equipment to support mechanical and electro-mechanical builds. Dress code is typical for a production and manufacturing setting, focusing on practicality and safety while working on the assembly floor.

This is a Permanent position based out of Northbrook, IL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.