Job Information
Aerotek Assembly 1st Shift in North Mankato, Minnesota
Job Title: Assembly 1st Shift
Job Description
As an Assembly 1st Shift team member, you will gather blueprints, routing sheets, setting specifications, and all related fixtures and tools necessary to assemble products as directed. You will move parts to the assembly area from storage racks, fasten parts together using bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners, and use blueprints and other specifications to assist in the assembly operation. Additionally, you will assemble parts into repair kits and switches, inspect products prior to packaging, and verify packaging operations conform to specifications.
Responsibilities
Gather blueprints, routing sheets, setting specifications, and all related fixtures and tools necessary for assembly.
Move parts to the assembly area from storage racks.
Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners.
Use blueprints, routing sheets, and setting specifications, along with required hand tools and fixtures, to assist in assembly operations.
Assemble parts into repair kits and switches, then package and move products to the shipping department for further processing.
Inspect products prior to packaging and return rejected products to production departments.
Observe packaging operations and inspect containers to verify conformance to specifications.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Tally the number of products packaged or record information such as the type of products packaged.
Operate pallet jack to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
Pack parts properly to prevent damage during transportation to the next operation.
Essential Skills
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or nine to eighteen months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, write, and understand work instructions.
Ability to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering prints and drawings, and procedure manuals.
Effective communication skills with shipping clerks, other assembly, and shop personnel.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
Ability to read blueprints, routing sheets, and test specifications.
Capable of consistently maintaining production rates and a high level of quality.
Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team environment, being self-motivated.
Basic understanding of ISO 9001.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Mechanical assembly experience
Experience using hand tools and power tools
Experience in production and order picking
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers a clean and well-lit work environment. We provide opportunities for growth and development, and we are committed to maintaining a high standard of quality and productivity.
Work Environment
Open production environment with great lighting throughout the building. Some stations may be louder than others due to machinery in the area. The workspace is very clean, ensuring a comfortable and efficient work setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Mankato, Minnesota.
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 North Mankato,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 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.