Assembler

Assembler

Job Description

Join a dynamic team involved in the assembly of large AC units at a leading HVAC manufacturing facility. Candidates may work in Plant 2, 3, or eventually Plant 4. The role requires working on the first shift, from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime is voluntary unless stated otherwise and can become mandatory with notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive assembly work at one of the designated stations.
• Assist in assembling large AC units designed for commercial buildings such as apartment complexes and hospitals.
• Use hand tools and power tools for assembly tasks.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and participate in safety training during the first week.
• Engage in brazing, soldering, operating machines and presses, hanging and unhanging parts, and performing quality checks and tests once fully trained.
• Report any malfunctions or defects to the production supervisor.
• Learn to understand and work from blueprints.

Essential Skills

• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Mechanical assembly skills.
• Ability to lift 40lbs repetitively, up to 44 times per shift.
• Physically inclined with the ability to bend and twist during assembly tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 6 months of manufacturing experience.
• 1 year of assembly experience is preferred.
• Electrical experience and mechanically inclined nature are advantageous.
• A good attitude and willingness to learn as training is provided from the ground up.

Why Work Here?

Experience immediate access to great benefits upon going direct, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefit from a 6% 401k match and an additional 2% core contribution after 3 years. Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation, 40 hours of sick time, and 9 paid holidays. Additional perks include a Tuition Assistance Program, a Be Well Program, and a Fitness Reimbursement Program.

Work Environment

Work in a temperature-controlled and very clean environment with well-organized stations equipped with all necessary tools. Collaborate with team members and receive guidance from a lead tech during the initial weeks. The facility is continuously improving, with new testing stations being assembled.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kentwood, MI.

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Kentwood,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 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 – 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.