Assembly Technician

The Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling mechanical units, fabricated parts/components, and electrical/electronic systems to create subassemblies, assemblies, or complete units. This role involves the use of hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures, and miscellaneous equipment. The technician will fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet specified tolerances and product operating requirements, as well as repair units or products that do not meet these requirements.

• Assemble mechanical units, fabricated parts/components, and electrical/electronic systems.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures, and other equipment for assembly.
• Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet required tolerances and product specifications.
• Repair units or products that have failed to meet requirements.
• Follow clearly defined procedures, tasks, and guidelines to aid in decision making.
• Make simple judgments in straightforward situations, selecting between established solutions.

• Basic technical knowledge of assembly processes.
• Ability to follow detailed and defined instructions.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, jigs, and fixtures.

• No prior experience required; however, 6 months of experience is preferred.
• Knowledge acquired through experience, specialized education, or training.

Join a team that values precision and quality in its production processes. Benefit from clear guidelines and procedures that facilitate decision-making, and enjoy opportunities for growth and skill development. Experience a supportive environment that encourages learning and innovation.

Work involves routine and manual tasks with clearly defined rules and instructions. The facility is equipped with hand tools, power tools, jigs, and fixtures. Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the dress code.

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

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Portage,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 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.