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Job Title: Production Assembler

Job Description

Join a global leader in the manufacturing of electronic components and subsystems focused on communications and defense markets. You will be part of a team developing innovative and reliable technology solutions for commercial and military applications.

Responsibilities

+ Read work orders, CAD prints or blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, assembly and schematic drawings, and receive verbal instructions regarding work assignments.

+ Build cables, boards, assemblies, and boxes for microwave electronics.

+ Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners.

+ Build crimp and solder form cables.

+ Utilize a variety of small hand tools to perform job duties, including, but not limited to, wrenches, screwdrivers, nut drivers, wire strippers, wire cutters, hand drills, wire crimpers, hammers, and punches.

+ Utilize soldering irons to solder cables, wires, and other items.

+ Attach hardware and seals assemblies.

+ Examine parts for defects and replace defective components and wiring.

+ Complete appropriate paperwork and computer transactions necessary to finish work assignments.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in computer skills with Microsoft Office tools and general knowledge of MRP systems.

+ Previous manufacturing experience, assembly (electrical or mechanical), mechanical aptitude, or production experience.

+ Attention to detail.

+ Self-starter.

+ General organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in shipping and receiving, data entry, and packing orders.

+ Schedule coordination and familiarity with bills of lading.

Why Work Here?

Work in a clean, climate-controlled, and organized facility with a friendly manufacturing team. Enjoy flexibility with work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, HSA and HRA options, Income Protection, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled, and well-lit environment with your own workstation. The facility is organized and quiet, ensuring a calm workspace. The shift options include 1st Shift (7:00am - 3:30pm) and 2nd Shift (3:00pm - 11:30pm), with training on 1st Shift until comfortable. Employees have the option to take a 30-minute unpaid lunch or leave 30 minutes early.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of State College, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/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 State College,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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.