Assembly Worker
Aerotek - Rockford, IL
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Job Title: Assembler Job Description The Assembler role offers opportunities for advancement with our rapidly growing team. This is a first shift position with work hours from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with optional overtime available on Fridays. Candidates should have at least one year of assembly or mechanical experience and must possess a High School Diploma or GED. Responsibilities + Perform assembly tasks using hand and power tools. + Read and interpret technical diagrams and instructions. + Ensure all products meet quality standards before moving to the next production stage. + Adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times. + Effectively troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues. Essential Skills + Minimum of 1 year assembly or mechanical experience. + Proficient in using hand and power tools. + Strong mechanical aptitude. + Ability to read a tape measure accurately. + High School Diploma or GED. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Proficient in problem-solving and troubleshooting. + Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. + Strong attention to detail and quality assurance. Work Environment This position is on the first shift, operating from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with optional overtime on Fridays. The work environment is clean but can become hot during the summer months, with fans provided at all workstations. The facility houses 140 employees across two shifts, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.
Created: 2026-04-06