Assembler

Assembler | Full-Time

Join a growing manufacturing team where you’ll help build wire harnesses, small mechanical parts, and panel boxes used in everyday equipment. This is a great fit for anyone who enjoys hands‑on work, using basic tools, and learning new skills in a supportive, family‑like environment.

⭐ What You’ll Do

• Assemble wire harnesses, D‑sub/D9 connectors, and small mechanical components
• Build and organize panel boxes following simple instructions
• Use basic hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers)
• Perform light soldering (we will train if needed)
• Follow work orders, diagrams, and prints
• Keep your station organized and contribute to a smooth production flow

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 1+ year of experience in assembly, production, warehouse, or similar hands‑on work
• Comfortable using basic hand tools
• Able to follow written instructions, diagrams, or prints
• Good attention to detail and steady work pace
• Willing to learn new skills in mechanical and electronic assembly

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience with wire harnesses, connectors, or light soldering
• Ability to read simple blueprints or schematics
• Previous work in manufacturing, assembly, or repair

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Small, tight‑knit team with a family‑style atmosphere
• Cross‑training opportunities in CNC , water jet , welding , and other departments
• Relaxed dress code — jeans and a t‑shirt are totally fine
• Clean shop environment
• Steady work without high-pressure deadlines, but with a good sense of urgency

Work Environment

You’ll work in a clean shop that is not climate controlled. The team includes about 10–15 assemblers working at individual stations or cubicles. The environment is friendly, steady-paced, and ideal for someone who likes hands‑on, detail-oriented work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

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 Norfolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 8, 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.