Job Title: Mechanical Assembler
Pay $23-25
Newburyport MA
Job Description
This role focuses on assembling electro-mechanical products and systems using hand and power tools, following detailed prints, diagrams, and procedures. You will work on box builds, chassis assembly, point-to-point wiring, and PC board-related tasks to support complex automated equipment and instruments.
Responsibilities
Perform mechanical assembly of electro-mechanical controls and systems according to prints, diagrams, and written procedures.
Complete box builds, including mounting components, routing wiring, and securing hardware.
Use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently for assembly and wiring tasks.
Build and assemble chassis, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and mechanical integrity.
Carry out point-to-point wiring, including routing, terminating, and organizing wires within assemblies.
Crimp connectors and terminals accurately to ensure reliable electrical connections.
Work with PC boards and circuit boards, including installing, wiring, and integrating them into assemblies.
Label wires clearly and consistently to meet documentation and quality standards.
Interpret and follow schematics, diagrams, and assembly documentation to complete work correctly.
Inspect completed assemblies for workmanship, functionality, and adherence to specifications.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement in assembly processes.
Essential Skills
Proven mechanical assembly experience, ideally in an electro-mechanical or controls environment.
Hands-on experience using hand tools and power tools for assembly and wiring.
Ability to read and follow prints, diagrams, schematics, and written procedures.
Electro-mechanical assembly (e/m) experience, including working with electrical and mechanical components.
Demonstrated experience performing box builds and chassis assembly.
Strong point-to-point wiring skills (must have), including routing and terminating wires.
Crimping experience (must have), using appropriate tools and techniques for connectors and terminals.
Experience working with PC boards and circuit boards within assemblies.
Ability to label wires accurately and follow wiring standards.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience as a mechanical assembler in environments involving box wiring and electro-mechanical systems.
Experience in electrical-mechanical assembly for automated equipment or complex instruments.
Comfort interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams to guide assembly work.
Familiarity with products used in medical devices, optics, printed circuit boards, or mechanical and electrical design.
Attention to detail and strong commitment to quality and workmanship.
Ability to work effectively as part of a larger team and support shared production goals.
Why Work Here?
You will join a company with a strong family feel and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Employees enjoy a supportive environment with frequent engagement events and perks that recognize and reward their contributions. This is a place where people feel valued, connected, and proud of the work they do.
Work Environment
The work takes place in a production environment that specializes in packaging turnkey electronic and electro-mechanical controls and systems for automated equipment and complex instruments. The facility supports diverse industries, including medical devices, optics, printed circuit boards, and mechanical and electrical design. You will work with electro-mechanical assemblies, PC boards, wiring tools, crimping tools, and standard hand and power tools. The environment is focused on precision, quality, and teamwork, with processes and equipment tailored to building complex electronic and electro-mechanical products.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newburyport, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Newburyport,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.
