Entry Level Assembly Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Electromechanical Assembler
Job Description

Join our team as an Electromechanical Assembler, where you will play a crucial role in assembling and preparing wires and connectors. This position requires precision and attention to detail, with responsibilities including crimping, cutting, stripping wires, and inserting them into connectors. A strong ability to read blueprints, BOMs, and work instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Crimp, strip, and prepare wires using manual and automated tools with precision.
• Assemble connectors by inserting wires according to detailed assembly instructions.
• Perform soldering operations on wires, terminals, and connectors following IPC standards.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials to ensure correct assembly.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, workmanship, and compliance with company standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following all safety and ESD procedures.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using crimpers, strippers, cutters, and soldering irons.
• Strong ability to interpret technical documents with accuracy.
• Attention to detail to consistently produce high-quality work.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive, hands-on tasks with small components.
• Experience in assembly, wiring, and schematic interpretation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• IPC Certification (J-STD-001 or IPC/WHMA-A-620) is preferred.
• Experience assembling military, aerospace, or industrial cable harnesses.
• Familiarity with ESD-safe work environments.
• ITAR qualification is required.

Why Work Here?

Our workplace offers a clean manufacturing environment where safety and quality are prioritized. Join a team that values precision and skill development, with opportunities for training and certification in IPC standards.

Work Environment

Work in a clean manufacturing environment with a shift schedule from 7 am to 3:30 pm, with overtime as needed. The role involves hands-on tasks using various tools and requires adherence to safety and ESD procedures.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.