Job Title: Assembler (1st Shift) ($18.00/hr.)
Job Description
This position on the first shift focuses on inspecting, trimming, and assembling thermoformed plastic parts to ensure they meet quality and customer specifications. You will work in a clean, family-oriented manufacturing environment, performing repetitive, detail-focused tasks while following production schedules and work instructions. We are looking for individuals to start as soon as possible. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half. Apply Today!
Responsibilities
Inspect finished plastic parts for defects and verify they meet quality standards.
Use hand tools to trim flash and excess material from parts after they come out of the forming press.
Apply glue or caulk to final pieces as needed to fill gaps and complete assemblies.
Lay out parts and follow the production schedule to meet daily output requirements.
Perform repetitive tasks while standing or sitting in one spot for most of the shift.
Determine whether parts are scrap or good product and sort them accordingly.
Lift and carry products weighing up to 25 pounds as needed throughout the shift.
Use a tape measure to confirm parts meet required dimensions and tolerances.
Ensure parts are properly trimmed, cut, and prepared for shipment to customers.
Complete all required paperwork accurately and initial that parts have been assembled, trimmed, glued, or otherwise processed.
Follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures consistently.
Contribute flexibly in a small-shop environment by taking on multiple tasks and responsibilities as needed to support production.
Essential Skills
Previous manufacturing experience in a production or shop environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds safely and repeatedly.
Experience following written work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform accurate visual inspections.
Comfort performing repetitive tasks while standing or sitting in one area for extended periods.
Ability to use basic hand tools for trimming, deburring, and light assembly work.
Capability to read and use a tape measure to verify part dimensions.
Willingness to sort parts into good product and scrap based on inspection results.
Self-motivated mindset with the ability to stay focused and productive throughout the shift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in production assembly is a plus.
Experience in assembly line work, trimming, deburring, or general production is beneficial.
Familiarity with gluing, caulking, or similar finishing processes is advantageous.
Experience working from work instructions and part layouts is helpful.
Comfort working in a small, custom manufacturing shop where employees take on multiple roles.
Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to suggest improvements to processes and workflows.
Why Work Here?
You will join a long-established, privately owned custom manufacturing shop that values collaboration, self-awareness, and continuous improvement. The team enjoys a small, family-like environment with an average tenure of around five years, and many long-serving employees. The company offers a supportive culture with regular appreciation events such as pizza parties, annual performance-based raises, and paid half days on most holidays once hired on permanently. Leadership encourages every employee to share ideas, give feedback, and help improve processes, creating a workplace where your voice matters and your contributions are recognized.
Work Environment
You will work on a first shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in a large, clean manufacturing facility where plastic sheet is formed and molded for various industries, including original equipment manufacturers and point-of-purchase display companies. The operation focuses on thermoformed plastic components and does not produce raw plastic, so there is not a strong plastic odor in the facility. The shop is small in headcount, with around 35 employees, and operates with a team-oriented culture where everyone is expected to wear multiple hats and help wherever needed; a "that isn't my job" attitude is not compatible with this environment. The company emphasizes self-awareness and seeks self-motivated individuals who see the bigger picture, communicate openly, and contribute ideas to improve production and quality. Work involves repetitive tasks at a workstation, either standing or sitting for most of the day, using hand tools, tape measures, and basic equipment to trim, inspect, and assemble parts in a safe and organized setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Macedonia, OH.
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 Macedonia,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.
