Assembly Technician - Aerotek : Job Details

**Job Title: Assembly Technician**

**Job Description**

Assembly technicians will assist in building metal frames of large switchboards in a production bay. The process starts at a workbench with a tape measure and blueprint. They will measure very carefully and mark metal materials before they are cut to size. This is a detail-oriented role and not primarily physical labor. After the initial measurements, they will move throughout the shop to gather raw materials such as sheet metal, aluminum, and copper to build the frame according to the blueprint. Once the materials are at their workstation, they will use hand tools to build the custom switchboard per customer requests and ensure the quality of the assembly. Once the assembly is completed, a wiring technician will use an electronic schematic to wire the switchboard correctly.

**Responsibilities**

+ Assist in building metal frames of large switchboards according to blueprints.

+ Measure and mark metal materials before cutting them to size.

+ Gather raw materials such as sheet metal, aluminum, and copper.

+ Use hand tools to assemble custom switchboards per customer requests.

+ Ensure the quality of the assembly.

+ Work with wiring technicians to ensure proper wiring of the switchboard.

**Essential Skills**

+ High attention to detail.

+ Previous assembly experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

+ Ability to read a tape measure and use a power drill.

+ Ability to lift 50 lbs as needed.

+ Willingness to work 90 inches off the ground using a small step ladder.

+ Comfortable working in awkward positions (e.g., up and down, sitting, squatting, kneeling).

+ Proven mechanical aptitude.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Experience with small parts assembly and wiring while reading a blueprint.

+ GED/HSD not required.

+ Ability to seek health insurance independently.

**Why Work Here?**

Our company offers great advancement opportunities as we are rapidly expanding. You will be joining a bright, clean, and organized work environment with ample lighting and a quiet atmosphere. Employees can listen to music while they work and will quickly become familiar with the entire team due to our small size. We offer growth opportunities as we are booked with orders through June 2024 and beyond. This long-term position offers the potential for full-time employment after a 90-day period.

**Work Environment**

The work shift is from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with little to no overtime at this time. The shop is clean, bright, and quiet, with the loudest sound being an occasional power drill. Employees are allowed to listen to headphones, and casual attire such as jeans and sweatshirts is acceptable. There is no required PPE except for closed-toed shoes on the floor. The work environment is a significant selling point, and employees will appreciate the conditions. The job requires self-motivation as much of the work is individual.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brookston, Indiana.

**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.