Aerotek

Job Title: 1st Shift Assembler

Job Description

This role is responsible for the manufacturing of fixtures, signage, displays, and other products. The finished work must be completed on time and meet safety and quality standards. The position may involve working on more complex or larger assembly projects and taking a lead role in resolving production, quality, and safety issues. The assembler will serve as the lead installer on certain on-site installations and support inventory control, packing, shipping, clean-up, and other administrative duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small to large components according to work orders and bills of materials.
• Operate basic hand and power tools, including drills, table saws, and chop saws.
• Build assembly kits by gathering, counting, and packaging required parts per BOM.
• Ensure all components and documentation are complete and ready for production or shipment.
• Perform mechanical assembly with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret bills of materials and work instructions accurately.
• Apply transferable skills from carpentry or cabinetry backgrounds.
• Perform basic electrical assembly tasks, including soldering, wire stripping, and organizing connectors.
• Complete plug-and-play electrical assemblies, including LED connectors and cable management.
• Serve as a technical resource on the production floor.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and bills of materials.
• Experience in mechanical assembly, preferably with carpentry or cabinetry backgrounds.
• Basic knowledge of electrical assembly tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with complex or custom assemblies.
• Minimum job tenure of 8 months, ideally closer to a year.

Why Work Here?

The company promotes from within, offering opportunities for growth into other production roles. Employees receive annual reviews and raises, with an average increase of 3%, based on performance. The company is not profit-focused and prioritizes customer needs. Employees work in close-knit teams of 7-8 people, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Work Environment

The typical manufacturing facility can be noisy, and the smell of glue and fumes can be strong at times. The position follows a schedule of Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with summer hours extending to 4 PM. Overtime is available on a voluntary basis but is not mandatory. Dress code includes jeans, casual shirts, closed-toe shoes, and safety glasses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MIDDLETON, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $24.00/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 MIDDLETON,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.