Entry Level Heavy 1st Shift Assembler

Aerotek • Northbrook, IL • 5h ago

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler - 1st Shift

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembler role focuses on building mechanical components, subassemblies, and finished products in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and established quality standards. You will use a variety of hand and power tools, along with measuring equipment, to ensure all products are assembled accurately, safely, and efficiently on a structured production line.

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical components, subassemblies, and complete systems according to specifications, blueprints, and work instructions.

Use a range of hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, socket sets, pliers, hex keys, and torque wrenches, to perform precise mechanical assembly tasks.

Operate power tools such as electric screwdrivers, drills, impact drivers, grinders, and other assembly equipment to complete production work.

Verify proper fit, alignment, and functionality of assembled components and systems before final approval.

Inspect finished assemblies to ensure they meet all quality standards and customer requirements.

Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or assembly discrepancies to appropriate personnel.

Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting to resolve minor assembly and fit issues.

Handle and assemble components such as PCBs, electrical and electro-mechanical parts, rivets, screws, and crimped connections as required.

Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality guidelines during assembly operations.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including working within organized production cells.

Collaborate with team members and production staff to meet daily and weekly production schedules and output goals.

Use basic computer skills to access work instructions, record production information, or reference drawings and schematics as needed.

Support continuous improvement by suggesting process enhancements and participating in problem-solving activities.

Frequently lift, move, and position materials and assemblies weighing up to 50 pounds in a safe manner.

If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northbrook, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Northbrook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.

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