Electro-Mechanical Assembly Lead - 1st Shift - $29/hr-$32/hr

Job Description

The Production Lead oversees daily manufacturing activities and ensures production goals are met safely and efficiently. The role includes managing workflow, performing electromechanical assembly, handling component receiving and labeling, troubleshooting issues, maintaining records, and supporting team training. The position works closely with engineering and quality teams to resolve technical problems and maintain build accuracy.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily workflow control, ensuring production output targets are met.Perform hands-on electromechanical assembly, including component integration, wiring, and mechanical fit-up.Read and understand system layouts, build sequences, and functional interactions.Diagnose and troubleshoot issues, perform corrective actions, and support equipment or build recovery.Maintain quality and compliance through basic inspections, documentation accuracy, and adherence to regulated processes.Delegate tasks, provide training, and support team performance.Conduct record-keeping and reporting, with a focus on assembly and production.

Essential Skills

Experience in blueprint reading, mechanical and electronic assembly, and electromechanical assembly.Proficiency in production oversight and process improvement.Ability to use hand tools, schematics, and micrometers.Strong troubleshooting and servicing skills.Basic inspection and documentation skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong electromechanical assembly background.Systems-level understanding of assemblies and subassemblies.Experience working directly with engineering teams.Familiarity with medical device manufacturing is preferred.Ability to work in fast-paced environments.Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs.Comfortable around machinery, noise, and variable temperatures.Willingness to travel occasionally.

Why Work Here?

Join an exciting company at the forefront of medical innovation. Be part of a team developing a life-changing product for women undergoing chemotherapy. The opportunity allows you to significantly contribute to the manufacturing team, shaping it in partnership with leadership. Make a meaningful impact while working on a product currently in clinical trials and showing promising results.

Work Environment

Work in a small manufacturing environment within an ESD area, as the facility is completing its build-out. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

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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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