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Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a mechanically-inclined team player capable of reading work orders and blueprints to assemble hydraulic pumps, valves, and kits for various industries, including car wash, machine tool coolant, and oil and gas. You will be trained in forklift operation and pump/valve testing, allowing you to contribute to the assembly of over 100 different types of pumps, from entry-level to expert-level assembly. You will complete full assemblies and sub-assemblies, moving around different assembly lines and collaborating with various departments.

Responsibilities

+ Read work orders and blueprints to assemble hydraulic pumps, valves, and kits.

+ Complete full assemblies and sub-assemblies.

+ Operate forklifts and perform pump/valve testing.

+ Collaborate with different assembly lines and departments, including warehouse, kitting, and shipping/receiving.

+ Maintain an organized and safe work environment.

+ Assist team members and construct small kits.

Essential Skills

+ 6+ months of mechanical assembly experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.

+ Ability to read work orders and blueprints.

+ General mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.

+ 1+ year work history in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Interest and initiative in learning products.

+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented culture that celebrates holiday parties and company-paid lunches. Enjoy opportunities for growth, with potential raises every six months. Direct employees receive comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401K. Temporary employees receive reimbursement for steel-toed boots and have the opportunity to transition into permanent roles.

Work Environment

Work in a well-organized and safe manufacturing environment with approximately 100 employees. The company operates in two buildings, one housing CNC machining centers and the other dedicated to assembly and shipping/receiving. This full-time role involves assembling and testing pumps, moving materials, and assisting team members. The position offers a variety of tasks that keep the work engaging. The shift is from 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with voluntary overtime.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.