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Job Title: Assembler – 1st Shift

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling subcomponents and finished products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with a partner to meet daily production targets, operate hand and power tools as well as an overhead crane, and follow assembly diagrams to ensure accurate and high-quality builds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subcomponents and finished products using basic product and process knowledge.
• Assemble and fit metal products using hand tools and power tools to ensure proper fit and function.
• Review assembly drawings and diagrams to determine required parts, quantities, and proper placement.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and alignment.
• Work with one team member to fulfill daily product orders and production goals.
• Lift components weighing 60 pounds or more to fit products together as needed.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, standing, walking, and extending arms for extended periods.
• Use hands frequently to operate hand tools, power tools, and related equipment throughout the shift.
• Maintain a steady work pace in a fast-paced production environment while meeting safety and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience with assembly work in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for metal assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, diagrams, or schematics to determine parts, quantities, and placement.
• Experience using a tape measure to take accurate measurements for assembly tasks.
• Ability to operate an overhead crane or willingness to learn overhead crane operation for moving larger units.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with metal components and heat exchangers.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more (40 pounds independently) and handle components up to 60 pounds during assembly.
• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stand, climb, reach, and extend arms for extended periods of time.
• Comfort performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
• High school diploma or GED required by the time of permanent conversion (GED can be obtained through the company-funded program).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, or similar industrial roles.
• Familiarity with heat exchanger assembly or related equipment is beneficial.
• Experience reviewing blueprints, schematics, or detailed assembly diagrams.
• Comfort working with structured production processes and 5S or similar workplace organization systems.
• Willingness to be trained and developed into a unit builder role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized work instructions.
• Reliability and punctuality for consistent first shift attendance.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, well-organized facility that emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and structured processes. The organization invests in your growth with a dedicated two-week training program, a company-funded GED program once hired directly, and two weeks of paid time off granted at the time of conversion. You also benefit from an on-site cafeteria and a culture that values continuous improvement, organization, and employee development.

Work Environment

This position primarily operates on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of working until 3:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. for overtime and occasional Saturday work as needed. A second shift also runs from 2:00 p.m. to 10:39 p.m., with potential Saturday overtime from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The work takes place on a clean, organized, and large manufacturing floor where all sections are clearly labeled based on materials and production stages. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, tape measures, and overhead cranes while performing physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, standing, walking, and reaching for extended periods. The facility follows a structured and controlled environment, emphasizing neatness, organization, and adherence to 5S principles.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.