Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Assembler to join our fast-paced team. The position involves working on the assembly of metal products, where you will start in gasketing before moving on to unit building. This role requires the ability to work with hand and power tools, as well as the operation of overhead cranes for building heat exchangers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sub-components and finished products, requiring basic product and process knowledge.
• Gasket sheet metal plates using a tape gun and collaborate with a partner to ensure quality.
• Aim to gasket up to 400 plates per shift in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate hand and power tools, as well as an overhead crane, to build heat exchangers.
• Review assembly diagrams to determine necessary parts and their correct placement.
• Lift, climb, and stand for extended periods while assembling products.
• Work collaboratively with a team member to fulfill daily product orders.

Essential Skills

• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with operating overhead cranes.
• Physical ability to lift 60 lbs+ and work in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required upon permanent conversion (Company offers a GED program).
• Ability to regularly walk, sit, and reach for extended periods.
• Capability to independently lift 40 lbs+.

Why Work Here?

Our company prides itself on a clean, organized, and efficient work environment with a strong commitment to the 5S methodology. We offer an onsite cafeteria, a dedicated trainer for a comprehensive two-week training program, and two weeks of PTO granted at the time of conversion. Additionally, we provide a company-funded GED program for further personal development.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, organized, and large manufacturing floor with clearly labeled sections based on materials and production. This role involves physical activity such as lifting, climbing, standing, and walking for extended periods.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.75 - $17.75/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 Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.