**Job Title: Assembler** **Job Description** Join our team as an Assembler on the first and second shifts, where you will contribute to the production of small metal parts used in medical surgeries. You will rotate between departments every two hours, performing tasks such as assembly, machine operation, and quality control. This role requires standing for extended periods and handling intricate, repetitive work. You will alternate between sitting at a bench and standing during assembly, collaborating with a partner to ensure efficiency and precision. **Responsibilities** + Perform general production functions including assembly and machine operation. + Conduct quality control of small metal pieces used in medical surgeries. + Rotate between different departments every two hours. + Engage in repetitive tasks involving large orders of small parts. + Alternate between sitting and standing positions during assembly. + Collaborate with a team member to switch functions regularly. + Ensure precision and attention to detail in all tasks. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in assembly and production tasks. + Ability to stand for 8 hours. + Attention to detail. + Experience in manufacturing preferred. + Ability to use basic measuring devices. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Microscope experience is a plus. + Soldering experience or dealing with small parts is a plus. + Entry-level position; manufacturing experience is not required but desirable. **Why Work Here?** Join a structured organization offering abundant opportunities for growth and advancement. Engage in numerous learning opportunities to enhance your skills in manufacturing and take your career to new heights. **Work Environment** Work in a clean facility with about 70 colleagues. Enjoy a structured first shift schedule: Monday - Thursday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The machines are closely spaced, creating a tight workspace. Standards and expectations are clearly communicated through boards and computer screens displaying goals versus actual output. Collaborate with team members to achieve shared objectives. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, Connecticut. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Durham,CT. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.