Assembly Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Assembly Technician 1st ShiftJob DescriptionThis role focuses on assembling custom mechanical and electrical products in a small, clean job shop environment. You read blueprints and production documents, work with hand and power tools, and support both assembly and fabrication activities to ensure high-quality, accurate builds. You also use a computer to track production orders and help maintain a safe, organized workspace. Shift + Pay:

• 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday
• Pay: $22/hr

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and production documents to assemble mechanical and electrical components accurately.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools to build and assemble products to specification.
• Utilize a computer system to track, update, and manage production orders and workflow.
• Measure and mark steel using a tape measure to prepare materials for machine operations.
• Assist the fabrication department by operating drill presses, saws, and related equipment as needed.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks, including fitting, fastening, and aligning components.
• Perform electrical assembly tasks, including occasionally running wire and completing basic electrical wiring for the final product.
• Support grinding and other fabrication-related processes to ensure components meet quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Follow all shop procedures and quality guidelines to ensure consistent, reliable output.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and production documents.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Hands-on experience with electrical assembly or electrical wiring in a production setting.
• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to accurately measure and mark materials using a tape measure.
• Experience supporting fabrication activities such as drilling, sawing, and grinding.
• Basic computer skills to track and manage production orders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work safely in a shop environment and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with custom assembly work where each product may have unique specifications.
• Experience in fabrication processes, including working with steel and other metals.
• Familiarity with reading and working from mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Comfort working across multiple tasks, including assembly and fabrication support.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and processes as the shop continues to grow.

Why Work Here? You join a growing manufacturing operation where your contributions directly impact the success of the shop. The environment supports learning across mechanical, electrical, and fabrication disciplines, offering opportunities to expand your skills and take on diverse tasks. You work in a clean, organized facility that values quality, safety, and steady growth, providing a stable setting to build your career in hands-on manufacturing. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a small, clean job shop local to Indianapolis, focused on custom manufacturing work.

You work on 1st shift in a production environment that uses hand tools, power tools, drill presses, saws, and grinding equipment, along with computers to manage production orders. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, creating a professional and efficient atmosphere for mechanical and electrical assembly and fabrication support.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

About Aerotek

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.