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Job Title: Mechanical Assembler
Job Description

The Mechanical Assembler performs a variety of electro-mechanical assembly tasks, including cable harness work, box builds, basic and point-to-point wiring, and valve and electrical assembly. This role requires precise work from schematics and drawings, consistent use of hand tools and measuring equipment, and a strong focus on quality and detail in a clean room production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electro-mechanical components and systems using detailed schematics and drawings.
• Perform cable harness assembly, including routing, bundling, and securing cables according to specifications.
• Build and assemble boxes, enclosures, and related mechanical structures.
• Carry out basic and point-to-point electrical wiring to connect components correctly and safely.
• Complete electrical assembly tasks, including installation of connectors, terminals, and related hardware.
• Perform valve assembly, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and function of all components.
• Use soldering techniques to assemble and secure electrical connections where required.
• Crimp small pins and terminals accurately using appropriate crimping tools.
• Operate hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, torque tools, and other mechanical tools safely and effectively.
• Inspect assembled parts and finished assemblies to verify conformance to specifications and quality standards.
• Follow clean room procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Read, interpret, and follow written work instructions, schematics, and drawings throughout the assembly process.
• Multitask across different assembly activities while maintaining accuracy and meeting production timelines.
• Collaborate with other assemblers and support staff to resolve assembly issues and improve processes as needed.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Minimum of 6+ months of assembly experience.
• Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in electrical assembly and basic wiring.
• Experience with cable harness assembly.
• Experience performing box builds.
• Ability to perform valve assembly.
• Soldering skills for electrical connections.
• Ability to perform point-to-point wiring accurately.
• Skilled in using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, torque tools, and crimping tools.
• Ability to crimp small pins and terminals precisely.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to multitask and work on multiple assemblies or tasks as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pneumatic assembly is beneficial.
• Background in inspection of assembled components is an advantage.
• Comfort working with both mechanical and electrical components.
• Ability to follow clean room protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain a neat work area.
• Effective communication skills to work within a team of assemblers.

Why Work Here?

The team offers a stable and supportive environment, with many employees enjoying an average tenure of over 10 years. You can build a long-term career while receiving holiday, vacation, and medical benefits. The culture emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and professional growth within a skilled and experienced group.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean room environment, working alongside approximately 15 other assemblers in the department. The facility supports both day and swing shifts, providing options to match different scheduling needs. The day shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the swing shift runs from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with swing shift employees training on the day shift for the first few weeks. The work involves regular use of hand tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment in a structured, process-driven setting where cleanliness and organization are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

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.