• 1st Shift Production Assembler

    Aerotek (Eagan, MN)


    • 1st Shift Production Assembler | Career Growth • Skill Development • Steady Schedule

     

    Ready to grow your assembly career with a company that invests in your development? Join a team where you’ll be cross‑trained across multiple disciplines and play a vital role in producing high‑quality products that make a difference.

     

    • About the Role

     

    We’re hiring a **1st Shift Production Assembler** to assemble a wide range of electrical and mechanical components into finished products. In this role, you’ll be trained across mechanical assembly, electronics, testing, soldering, microscope work, and finishing—giving you a versatile, in‑demand skillset.

     

    This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to expand their hands‑on experience and grow into more advanced roles.

     

    •️ What You’ll Do

    + Assemble electrical and mechanical components using a variety of tools and equipment

    + Cross‑train in mechanical assembly, electronics, testing, soldering, microscope inspection, and finishing

    + Use hand tools such as screwdrivers and torque wrenches

    + Perform **hand soldering** depending on department needs

    + Work with adhesives and chemicals during the assembly process

    + Use computer workstations for documentation, testing, and record‑keeping

    + Conduct electronic testing on final assemblies using various test instruments

    + Perform quality control inspections to ensure accuracy and reliability

    + Lift up to **40 lbs consistently**

    • What You Bring

    + **1+ year of assembly or production experience**

    + **Proficiency with small screwdrivers, torque wrenches, wiring, and soldering**

    + **Ability to read and understand work instructions, blueprints, and schematics**

    • Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with **soldering** and/or **microscope work**

    + **Familiarity with schematics, soldering techniques, blueprint reading, and small‑part assembly**

    + **High school diploma or equivalent**

    + **J-STD certification** (highly preferred)

    + Experience with PCB or precision part assembly

    • Why You’ll Love Working Here

    + Opportunities for **pay increases** upon hire

    + **Annual merit raises**

    + **Internal promotion culture—your growth matters**

    + **Supportive team environment with ongoing training**

    + **Long-term stability and predictable hours**

    • Work Environment

    + Large, organized production floor supporting gas & flame detection sensor lines

    + **1st Shift:** Monday–Friday, **6:00 AM – 2:30 PM**

    + **Opportunities for microscope-focused, soldering PCB board, and general assembly roles**

    + **Smocks and safety glasses provided**

    + **No safety‑toe shoes required**

    + **Expect occasional epoxy smells** in certain areas

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Eagan,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    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.