Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Join our team as a Mechanical Assembler, where you will be responsible for assembling subcomponents and general assembly of large window units. You will utilize hand and power tools to add fasteners and hardware, perform caulking, and ensure precision in your work with large glass and sheet metal pieces.

Responsibilities

• Assemble window units by adding metal brackets and using hand and power tools.
• Perform testing on caulking products to ensure proper sealing of windows.
• Inspect units for any flaws throughout the assembly process.
• Paint ends of materials and work with non-fiberglass insulation.
• Wrap netting around final units and inspect the manufacturing process.
• Work with large pieces of glass and sheet metal, ensuring precision.
• Retrieve materials from the yard for unit testing and assembly.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a mechanical role.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and using power tools.
• Experience in construction, mechanical assembly, and installation.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• 1-2 years of experience with hand and power tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and flexibility in performing various tasks.
• Computer skills are a plus.
• Experience in construction or home improvement is ideal.
• Ability to work in a team environment and receive feedback well.

Why Work Here?

Experience a family-like environment where contributions are valued and rewarded. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401k matching, employer-paid disability insurance, and flexible time off. The company offers growth opportunities with a bonus structure based on sales performance. Additionally, enjoy affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as a safety glasses program and an annual voucher for new steel-toed boots.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic, non-climate controlled manufacturing facility with loud machinery and a busy atmosphere. The team environment involves handling large glass and sheet metal pieces. Shifts run from 7 am to 3:30 pm, with mandatory overtime when required. Be prepared to work both indoors and outdoors for material handling tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, Va.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Chester,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.