• Mechanical Assembler

    Aerotek (Naugatuck, CT)


    Job Title: Assembler

    Job Description

    As a Production Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for assembling mechanical and electro-mechanical components, ensuring the achievement of daily production goals and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of lean work cells. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with some overtime and Saturdays as necessary.

    Responsibilities

    + Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components and machines.

    + Maintain quality standards and production goals, and communicate any workload backlog.

    + Multitask and adapt to directional shifts in production schedules.

    + Effectively communicate with supervisors and report the status of the work area.

    + Ensure standardized work processes are followed, implement countermeasures, and comply with all safety requirements.

    + Perform special projects as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Mechanical inclination and assembly skills.

    + Ability to work independently and utilize basic hand tools.

    + Proficiency in general labor tasks.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Ability to read, speak, and understand English.

    + Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of basic mechanical and electro-mechanical principles and procedures.

    + Ability to follow mechanical drawings and other written documentation.

    + Previous experience in a lean production environment is desired but not required.

    + Capability to lift and move components and parts weighing up to 50 lbs.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a stable company offering growth potential in a clean environment. With plans to manufacture 5,000 recycling machines this year, there is a significant opportunity for advancement into lead or supervisor roles. Benefit from working in one of the industry's leading manufacturers, involved in both domestic and overseas operations.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role is based at our world headquarters in Naugatuck, CT, where you will be part of a leading manufacturer of reverse vending equipment used to recycle beverage containers.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NAUGATUCK, Connecticut.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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 NAUGATUCK,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.

    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.