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Curtiss-Wright

Temporary Assembly Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Temporary Assembly Technician (3-Month Contract) Location: Portland, OR We Take Care of Our People: Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I ...

Curtisswright

Temporary Assembly Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Temporary Assembly Technician (3-Month Contract) Location: Portland, OR We Take Care of Our People: Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I ...

Curtisswright

Temporary Assembly Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Temporary Assembly Technician (3-Month Contract) Location: Portland, OR We Take Care of Our People: Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I ...

TJX Companies

Temporary associates

Portland, OR · On-site

$16.30 - $16.80/hr

Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and ...

Gerber Collision & Glass

Temporary Porter

Portland, OR

$15 - $21/hr

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and ...

TJX Companies

Temporary associates

Portland, OR · On-site

$16.30 - $16.80/hr

Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and ...

The Boyd Group

Temporary Porter

Portland, OR · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and ...

The Boyd Group

Temporary Porter

Portland, OR

$15 - $21/hr

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and ...

Twist Bioscience

Material Handler I (Temporary)

Portland, OR · On-site

$17.75 - $21.50/hr

Twist Bioscience is looking for a Material Handler for a 3 to 6 month temporary assignment. The Material Handler I performs the physical or administrative tasks involved in shipping, receiving, order ...

Tjx

Temporary associates

Portland, OR · On-site

$16.30 - $16.80/hr

Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and ...

The Boyd Group

Temporary Porter

Portland, OR · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary in Sandy, OR is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $20.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary job?

A Temporary job is an employment arrangement in which both parties, the employee and employer, agree in advance that the position will be filled for a set period. Temporary jobs often are based on employers’ seasonal or specific project needs. Occasionally, Temporary employees will be offered ongoing, full-time positions if their performance is excellent and a position is available. However, you should not assume this will be the case.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Worker, you need adaptability, a basic educational background, and the ability to quickly learn new tasks or procedures. Familiarity with office software, point-of-sale systems, or specific industry tools may be required depending on the assignment. Strong communication, reliability, and a positive attitude help you integrate quickly into new teams and environments. These skills ensure you can efficiently contribute to various workplaces and make a positive impression during short-term assignments.

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Temporary roles often require quick adaptation to new environments, processes, and teams. You may face challenges such as limited onboarding, unclear expectations, or integrating with established staff. To succeed, be proactive in asking questions, clarify your responsibilities early on, and demonstrate flexibility. Building rapport with colleagues and being open to feedback can also help you make a positive impact and potentially open doors to longer-term opportunities.

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Employer UsageUsed for covering absences, seasonal work, or project needsHired for ongoing roles with career growth opportunities

Temporary jobs offer short-term employment with flexible durations, ideal for covering specific needs or seasonal work. Permanent positions provide long-term stability and are suited for those seeking career growth within a company. Understanding these differences helps job seekers choose roles that align with their career goals and current needs.

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Infographic showing various Temporary job openings in Sandy, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 16% Temporary. Highlights an 93% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,184 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Temporary Assembly Technician

Curtiss-Wright

Portland, OR • On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Curtiss-Wright rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

102nd of 496 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Temporary Assembly Technician (3-Month Contract)
Location: Portland, OR
We Take Care of Our People:
Paid Time OffI 401K with Employer Match and Profit SharingI Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development OpportunitiesI Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge:
  • Assembles and tests electronic products having both hardware and software systems
  • Works as directed on daily work assignments to meet customer commitments
  • Follows Operations Methods Sheets in order to build product properly and minimize errors
  • Uses written and verbal communication to relate equipment and process information to other team members and support functions
  • Changes direction to accommodate work priorities as needed
  • Performs visual inspection of all components and finished subassemblies and finish products to specified criteria to ensure high quality
  • May work in other work centers and/or departments
  • Mechanical assembly of products can include:
  • Mechanical assembly of sheet metal enclosures
  • Simple soldering
  • Strip and tin wires
  • Wire to solder cups in connectors
  • Install hardware where needed
  • Follow prints
  • Operation of light machinery
  • Pre-testing of equipment before assembly
  • Cycling of equipment through electronic and environmental testing equipment
  • This position requires physical attendance at assigned job site, typically PacStar OPS Center
  • Other duties as assigned

What you bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum of three years' experience utilizing basic assembly equipment and tools, e.g., strippers, crimpers, cutters, soldering iron, screw drivers, drills
  • Read and understand drawings
  • Read and understand wiring schematics
  • Follow procedures
  • Adapt to new processes
  • Comfortable working directly with engineers
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Able to build cables, connectors and other simple electronics assemblies from sketches and other informal documentation
  • Electro-mechanical assembly skills
  • Work well under pressure
  • Previous experience using a personal computer with a Windows operating system required
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems, think independently and act innovatively
  • Demonstrated self-motivation
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to work overtime as required
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to know when to ask appropriate questions
  • Accuracy and attention to detail is a must
  • Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines

Who We Are:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
PacStar, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Intuitive and wizard-based, IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants: EEO is The Law - click here for more information.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

Year founded

1929

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