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Job Title: Cleanroom Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a Cleanroom Assembler for a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. The successful candidate will work on both repetitive and non-repetitive assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical cable assemblies and electrical sub-assemblies. The role requires utilizing a computer tablet for instructions, drawings, sketches, and wiring diagrams during the production process. This position involves cable/wire termination, crimping specifications, and the use of various hand tools, semi-automatic, and manual wire crimpers, as well as power tools. The candidate must be capable of lifting up to 30 pounds periodically and using a tape measure to ensure the precision of wire lengths to 1/8 of an inch.

Responsibilities

+ Perform repetitive and non-repetitive assembly operations on electronic and mechanical cable assemblies.

+ Interpret instructions, drawings, sketches, and wiring diagrams using a computer tablet.

+ Utilize knowledge of cable/wire termination and crimping specifications.

+ Operate various hand tools, semi-automatic and manual wire crimpers, and power tools.

+ Measure wire lengths accurately using a tape measure.

+ Lift up to 30 pounds periodically during assembly tasks.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in assembly and wiring.

+ Experience with hand tools and power tools.

+ Ability to interpret instructions on a computer tablet.

+ Knowledge of cable/wire termination and crimping specifications.

+ Ability to measure with precision to 1/8 of an inch.

+ Capability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 6 months to 1 year of wire assembly experience.

+ 1 year of manufacturing experience.

+ Strong attention to detail.

+ Ability to work independently.

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

Our facility offers an extremely clean and temperature-controlled work environment, adorned with artwork, creating a modern and contemporary space. We offer new and updated machinery, as well as tablets for job orders, providing a competitive edge over other manufacturing environments. Our small team of 20 to 30 people fosters a family-oriented culture, understanding personal life issues, and working through them with you. We offer very competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401k plans, along with a generous PTO package that increases to 5 weeks after 3 years of service. Employees can enjoy listening to headphones or iPhones while working, adding to the relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Des Moines, Iowa, operating primarily on the 1st shift from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Our temperature-controlled facility maintains an extremely clean and art-filled environment, providing a unique manufacturing setting. The dress code is casual, allowing jeans and work-appropriate shirts or sweatshirts. Our team size varies from 20 to 30 employees, with most work performed independently at 'cell' workstations. While seating is not guaranteed, some positions do offer that option. The culture is family-oriented, with additional staff hired during busy seasons to maintain high standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.