**Job Title: Entry Level Assembler** **Job Description** Join our dynamic team as an Assembler working Monday through Friday with mandatory overtime. The position offers flexible shift timings: First Shift (5AM-1PM or 4AM-1PM), Second Shift (1PM-9PM), and Third Shift (9PM-5AM). Be prepared to start as early as 3:30AM or 4:00AM. As an Assembler, you will be part of a team responsible for assembling and inspecting sunglasses from start to finish. **Responsibilities** + Work in teams of 4-5 to assemble and inspect sunglasses. + Screw, glue, and fasten individual pieces of sunglasses together. + Prepare assembled pieces for lens installation and quality auditing. + Install lenses into frames and glue icons onto frames. + Use small tools to insert screws or pins to secure frames. + Operate and troubleshoot pad printing machines for imprinting part numbers and SKU numbers. + Sand and buff gate/burr from the center frame. + Send assembled products to Quality Auditor for final inspection before packaging. + Set up workstations at the start of the shift and adapt to building different models each day. + Ensure flexibility as specific job duties and departments within assembly may change. + Stand and walk throughout the shift; comfortable shoes or insoles recommended. + Rotate jobs on each shift to limit repetitive movements. **Essential Skills** + Ability to use hand tools and power tools. + Mechanical assembly skills. + Attention to detail for quality inspection. + Good attendance with a three-strikes mentality. + Ability to stand for 8-10+ hours per day. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + No experience required but helpful. + Ability to pass DT & BK tests. + Willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a range of employee benefits including a 70% discount on frames and 60% on apparel after 90 days, access to a free on-site gym, an on-site doctor's office, and a cafeteria. The role also offers potential growth into lead or controller positions based on performance. **Work Environment** Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a casual dress code, requiring closed-toe shoes and eyewear throughout the shift (eyewear is provided). The job involves standing throughout the shift and performing highly repetitive short-cycle assembly tasks. Safety is a priority, with protective eyewear and ear-plugs required in certain departments, and regularly scheduled stretches. An hour-long safety training is required before starting the position. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Foothill Ranch, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.97 - $19.97/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 Foothill Ranch,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.