Job Title: Light Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Light Assembler to join our team. This position involves working on the 1st shift from Monday to Friday, with potential overtime on Saturdays. You will be responsible for assembling valves and ensuring that production meets the company's quality standards.

Shift & Pay

1st Shift - (6am - 2.30pm)

Pay - $17/hr

Responsibilities

Partner with another team member to complete tasks in the assembly process.Fill assembly orders from start to finish according to company quality standards.Read instruction sheets, PCPs, and other vital production documents.Log information on daily or weekly log sheets as required by the department.Receive and verify parts for the assembly process according to order.Process parts as instructed by the PCP.Use manual tools or switches and simple automatic machines.Separate and document failed parts.Prepare parts for the next production step.Work with other team members and leaders to problem-solve.Maintain a clean and safe work environment.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

Mechanical aptitude.Ability to work effectively with a team.Basic math skills, including calculator and computer use.Capability to perform quality checks.Proficiency in operating simple machines and hand tools (including air machine, wrench, and expander gun).Ability to lift and move a minimum of 15 pounds without assistance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in assembly, valve assembly, packing, material handling, valve testing, manifold testing, manifold building, kitting, honing, shipping, and machine operating.Skills in blueprint reading, inspection of parts, micrometer use, hand tool operation, gauge use, documenting requirements, manufacturing inspection, and quality checks.

Why Work Here?

We are committed to creating worldwide customer delight by providing the highest quality products and the most responsive customer support at a globally competitive cost. Our mission is supported by a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, company-paid insurance options, a company-matched 401k plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We also offer training and tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and paid time off based on service.

Work Environment

The majority of work time is spent in a manufacturing environment where temperatures can vary depending on the season, and noise levels can be moderate to high. Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, earplugs, gloves, and safety shoes, is required as per company safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, Illinois.

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 Vernon Hills,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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