Job Title: Assembler I

Job Description

Join our team as an Assembler I, where you will play a crucial role in assembling various components, including sub-assemblies, manual, and electrical components. You will work under general supervision, adhering to safety, quality, and quantity standards, and follow directions and blueprints to ensure products meet specifications. This position offers an opportunity to work on the 2nd shift in Portage, MI.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies according to blueprints and instructions.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and quantity standards.
• Communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Participate in cross-training and teamwork activities.
• Maintain good housekeeping and ergonomic practices.
• Identify and report any safety or quality issues.
• Lift and carry components weighing 10-50 lbs frequently, and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Perform tasks involving prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, sitting, standing, or crawling.
• Utilize hand and power tools efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and understand procedures, safety sheets, and instructions in English.
• Capability to follow verbal instructions and communicate effectively in English.
• Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
• Motivation to learn and progress in skills, including cross-training.
• Physical stamina for repetitive tasks and ability to handle physical demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with assembly work, hand tools, and power tools.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and meet overtime requirements, including weekends.

Why Work Here?

Become part of a team that values safety, quality, and teamwork. We foster an environment where you can grow and learn new skills, contributing to a diverse and collaborative workplace.

Work Environment

This role is based in Portage, MI, and involves working on the 2nd shift. The position requires the use of hand and power tools in a setting that demands adherence to safety and ergonomic practices. Employees are expected to wear appropriate attire and work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portage, Michigan.

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 Portage,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.