Assembler

Aerotek • Cary, IL • 1h ago

Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

The Assembler works at various stations to build wiring, sensors, and heater components used in custom heating equipment. This role involves working with very small parts, performing detailed and repetitive tasks while seated for most of the shift, and maintaining strong attention to detail. Assemblers rotate duties and cross-train across different areas to diversify their skills, supporting a wide range of custom orders for applications such as restaurant equipment, medical devices, and battery heaters.

Responsibilities

Work at designated assembly stations to build wiring and other components that go into heating equipment.

Measure wire accurately and cut it to precise specifications using scales and rulers.

Utilize pre-assembled kits to put together products according to work instructions and prints.

Add protective coating around electric terminals to ensure safety and product reliability.

Fill casings with cement and handle very small parts with care and precision.

Maintain strong attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks and meeting quality standards.

Achieve performance metrics after the initial training period of approximately 1-2 months.

Rotate duties and cross-train in multiple assembly areas to broaden skills and support production needs.

Thread wire through peg boards to create flexible heaters in the flex/foam area.

Apply terminals onto materials and add a second layer to cover and protect heaters.

Cure assembled heaters in ovens according to process requirements.

Test sensors and heaters to verify proper function and quality.

Use hand tools such as drills, pliers, wrenches, and other basic tools safely and effectively.

Follow shop drawings and prints when available, and interpret basic assembly instructions.

Work on orders that can range from small batches to high-volume production (from 1 to 100,000 units).

Contribute to a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines.

Communicate clearly about previous assembly experience and processes to support training and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

Verified attendance and dependability, supported by references

Ability to read and use scales and rulers confidently, with daily use required.

Experience using hand tools such as drills, split pliers, and open-ended wrenches.

Basic math skills to support measuring, counting, and simple calculations.

Ability to work with very small parts while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Capability to describe and discuss previous assembly processes clearly and in detail.

Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining consistent quality and focus.

Willingness to cross-train and rotate between different assembly areas and tasks.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.51 - $17.51/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 Cary,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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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