**Job Title: Assembly Technician** **Job Description** Join our team as an Assembly Technician and become part of the high-end outdoor furniture manufacturing process. You will learn the intricacies of assembling quality products, starting from the grinding department and progressing through cutting, bending, and measuring metal. This role involves using basic shop math and company drawings, requiring a precise touch with tools. **Responsibilities** + Learn and understand the entire assembly process for high-end outdoor furniture. + Utilize less hand and power tools typically used in assembly roles. + Start in the grinding department and progress to cutting, bending, and measuring metal. + Follow basic company drawings and utilize basic shop math. + Employ precision and a delicate touch with tools to ensure quality craftsmanship. + Be flexible and open to learning different areas of operation, including welding. + Adapt to shift changes and potentially move to a split or second shift. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in using power tools and tape measures. + Ability to follow detailed drawings and appreciate craftsmanship. + Flexibility and interest in learning welding. + High attention to detail and precision in work. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with grinding or familiarity with power tools and art equipment is ideal. + Ability to maintain quality control and assurance with an eye for perfection. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy working for one of the nicest manufacturing companies in Richmond, where you are rewarded with a raise upon going permanent, likely before your contract ends. Benefit from bi-annual pay increases in January and July. Take advantage of perks such as free gym memberships and a more relaxed attendance policy, provided you meet the 40-hour workweek requirement. **Work Environment** Work in a very clean and well-lit environment. The process begins with the drill press for raw materials, moves through welding, grinding, the paint line, and concludes with quality control and final assembly. There is also a sewing area where cushions are handcrafted, and fabric is cut via CNC. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Richmond,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 15, 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.