**Job Title: Panel Assembler** **Job Description** The Panel Assembler will showcase exceptional skills to consistently perform above-average quality work efficiently. This role requires expertise in reading blueprints and schematics while ensuring timely completion of tasks. The position operates on the first shift from Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays from 7 AM to 4 PM. **Responsibilities** + Read and interpret blueprints and schematics. + Wire panels based on prints. + Troubleshoot electro-mechanical production equipment. + Collaborate with personnel from departments such as Engineering, QA, and Materials. + Ensure strong knowledge and application of U/L techniques. **Essential Skills** + Minimum of 1 year of panel-building experience. + Technical diploma in electrical, electronics, or robotics automation. + Proficiency in reading schematics and wiring panels. + Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. + Excellent oral and written communication skills. + Visual alertness and manual dexterity. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Knowledge of power tools and hand tools. + Ability to complete basic wiring and perform crimping, stripping, and wire labeling. + Experience in working from established drawings in a contract manufacturing environment. + IPC 620 certification. + Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently. + Basic computer skills. **Why Work Here?** This opportunity offers the chance to transition to a permanent role, contingent upon performance and contract renewal. The company promotes from within, exemplified by the current supervisor who advanced through the ranks. Employees enjoy occasional catered lunches or breakfasts and are part of an evolving bonus and pay rate increase structure. The organization has a new leadership team committed to improving employee retention and compensation. **Work Environment** The Elkridge facility provides comprehensive electronics contract manufacturing solutions, including assembling conveyors, complex military/defense box builds, UL508a control panels, large mechanical systems, and cable/wire harnesses. The fast-paced environment requires flexibility as projects vary day-to-day, ensuring a dynamic and engaging work experience. **Job Type & Location** This is a contract to hire position based out of Elkridge, Maryland. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Elkridge,MD. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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.