Assembler

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Assemble mechanical systems and support structures while installing components, units, subassemblies, and assembly casings using rivets, bolts, fasteners, and hand or power tools. Build and assemble air feeds, servos, cutters, and kits according to specifications and bills of material. Tag components and make mechanical adjustments or minor repairs as needed. This is a long-term 1st shift opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures.
• Conduct simple, direct quality checks of parts and assemblies, and report any unusual conditions to a supervisor.
• Work from verbal instructions, drawings, and bills of material.
• Perform routine production tasks under the close direction of a supervisor, including forming, assembling, testing, and packaging products.
• Complete repetitive assembly operations following a defined sequence of work.
• Assemble mechanical components including air feeds, servo-driven assemblies, cutters, and production kits.
• Utilize various tools and equipment including hand tools, pneumatic tools, assembly fixtures, and basic measuring or test equipment.
• Monitor work visually and maintain quality charts as required.
• Follow all quality procedures and instructions.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
• Move materials and position work using electric or hand trucks.
• Follow all company policies, safety rules, and practices.
• Collaborate effectively with others in a team environment.
• Ensure work area is clean and neat.
• Work overtime when required.
• Maintain good attendance to ensure efficient operation of the department.
• Perform other related duties as directed by management.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using tape measures, hand and power tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to conduct quality inspection and packaging.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with blueprints is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive health benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401k plan.

Work Environment

Work in a machine shop environment with assembly, manual machining, and CNC machinery. The hours are from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

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

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.