Job Title: Mechanical and Electrical Assembler
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled individual to join our team as a Mechanical and Electrical Assembler. The candidate will be responsible for assembling packaging machinery and must have proficiency in using blueprints and schematics. Comfort with a variety of hand tools and the ability to convert American standard measurements to the metric system are essential.

ResponsibilitiesAssemble, erect, and test complex machines requiring precise fitting, aligning, and timing, using detailed assembly drawings, sketches, and part lists.Pipe special machines with pneumatic and hydraulic components, making necessary adjustments and tests based on schematic diagrams and sketches.Perform operations such as drilling, tapping, scraping, reaming, turning, filing, and fitting by hand, and operate all necessary equipment.Exercise considerable independent judgment to complete assembly and piping tasks, making final adjustments.Operate machine shop equipment including saws and presses, setting up and performing various operations.Work with all types of blueprints and sketches, make minor repairs on machines, and use precision tools and instruments as required.Essential Skills3 years of mechanical experience3 years of electrical experienceProficiency in troubleshooting and machine rebuildsElectrical assembly and troubleshootingElectrical wiringBlueprint readingAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience as an automotive mechanicIndustrial assembly experienceCustom fabrication skillsKnowledge of pneumatics and hydraulicsAbility to join a union after 4 monthsWhy Work Here?

Our company is rapidly expanding, offering significant growth opportunities. We foster a family-friendly environment and provide excellent benefits including a 401K match of 5%. Employees enjoy over 10 hours of overtime and receive pay raises after 90 days and again after one year.

Work Environment

This role is situated in a manufacturing environment, where each team comprises 5 people. We produce lasers, so candidates must handle sensitive products with care and adhere to company protocols. The work environment requires caution and precision.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.49 - $25.49/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 Portland,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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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