Assembler

Aerotek; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Assembly Associate for its Binghamton, NY facility. You will perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic assembly, using hand and power tools, while following diagrams and standardized work instructions. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely production on first shift.

You'll inspect, test, and document results, lift up to 50 lbs, and maintain accurate records. This permanent onsite position offers daytime hours and competitive hourly pay, with benefits and

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly or assembly line work.
• Ability to read diagrams and blueprints.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds and performing repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and guidelines.
• Operate cranes and hoists to move materials.
• Assemble components using hand tools and devices.
• Inspect, test, and verify product conformance to specs.
• Maintain documentation related to quality and productivity.
• Report unsafe conditions and non-conforming material.

Skills

Read diagrams & instructions

Hand & power tools use

Cranes & hoists operation

Attention to detail

Documentation

Lift 50 lbs

Takt-time compliance

Teamwork & professional conduct

Tools

Blueprint interpretation

Production devices

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Associate

Job Description

The Assembly Associate performs mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic assembly, rebuild, and reassembly of low-mix, high-volume sub-assembly components by accurately interpreting diagrams and standardized work instructions. This role uses hand and power tools to complete assemblies, conducts self-inspection to ensure quality, and supports efficient production within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a consistently safe and alert manner, following all safety procedures and guidelines.

• Safely operate cranes and hoists to lift and move materials throughout the facility.

• Complete all assigned tasks accurately and within required timeframes.

• Assemble components using hand tools and production devices, following standardized work instructions and maintaining proper sequence within the allocated takt time for each process.

• Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify proper functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer specifications.

• Maintain all required documentation related to quality and productivity within the manufacturing process.

• Demonstrate a positive and professional work ethic, show respect for colleagues, and uphold company core values.

• Notify leadership immediately in the event of abnormal situations and follow the stop-call-wait procedure for unsafe occurrences, non-conforming material, or equipment malfunctions.

• Measure, examine, and test completed units to identify defects and ensure conformance to specifications using visual inspection and boundary samples.

• Rework, repair, or replace damaged parts or assemblies and respond appropriately to non-conforming material.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and follow diagrams and standardized work instructions for assembly tasks.

• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools for mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic assembly work.

• Capability to safely operate cranes and hoists to move materials within a manufacturing facility.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform self-inspection to ensure product quality and specification conformance.

• Ability to maintain accurate documentation related to quality and productivity.

• Capacity to stoop, bend, twist, turn, squat, reach, push, pull, grab, and grasp during the workday.

• Ability to properly lift items up to 50 pounds.

• Positive, professional work ethic with respect for others and alignment with core values.

• Comfort working in a production environment with takt-time expectations and standardized processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or warehousing experience preferred.

• Experience in mechanical assembly or assembly line work is beneficial.

• Familiarity with general labor tasks in a production setting.

• Ability to interpret blueprints is an advantage.

• Experience working with production devices and equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable manufacturing environment that values safety, quality, and respect for people. You will work in a structured production setting with clear processes, standardized instructions, and supportive leadership. The schedule offers predictable daytime hours, allowing for consistent work-life balance while contributing to the creation of high-quality products.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility focused on material handling equipment and related components. You will work on the first shift, Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The environment involves the use of hand tools, power tools, cranes, and hoists, as well as production devices for mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic assembly. Work is performed on and around assembly lines and production areas, requiring regular physical activity such as bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving materials. The facility operates with standardized work instructions, takt-time processes, and clear safety procedures to ensure a well-organized and efficient workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Binghamton, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Binghamton, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Binghamton,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.