Assembler

Aerotek; Elkton (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hosp

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Assembler in Elkton, KY to build glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units on an assembly line. You will assemble fabricated parts using hand and power tools, following blueprints and specs to ensure quality and safety.

The role requires reading blueprints, good communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work 10-hour shifts. This contract-to-hire position offers a stable schedule and benefits after conversion.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs with assistance throughout a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts.
• Comfort working with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform mechanical assembly and general labor tasks on an assembly line.
• Ability to follow production specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fabricated parts and mechanisms to produce glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete mechanical assembly tasks.
• Follow production specifications, blueprints, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Work on an assembly line and perform general labor tasks as needed to support production flow.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Handle and repeatedly lift materials and products up to 50 lbs with assistance over the course of the workday.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to report issues, follow directions, and support continuous improvement.
• Adhere to all workplace safety practices and company policies during production activities.

Skills

Communication

Dexterity

Tape measure

Lifting 50 lbs

10-hour shifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Quality standards

Tools

Blueprints

Job description

Job Title: Production Assembler

The Production Assembler builds glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units by assembling fabricated parts and mechanisms using hand and power tools. This role follows production specifications, blueprints, and quality standards to ensure each finished product meets performance and safety requirements while working efficiently on an assembly line.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fabricated parts and mechanisms to produce glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete mechanical assembly tasks.
• Follow production specifications, blueprints, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Work on an assembly line and perform general labor tasks as needed to support production flow.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Handle and repeatedly lift materials and products up to 50 lbs with assistance over the course of the workday.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to report issues, follow directions, and support continuous improvement.
• Adhere to all workplace safety practices and company policies during production activities.

Essential Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs with assistance throughout a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts.
• Comfort working with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform mechanical assembly and general labor tasks on an assembly line.
• Ability to follow production specifications and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in production or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly processes.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints or assembly drawings.
• Comfort working in a small team environment.
• Reliability and strong work ethic with a focus on performance and growth.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a stable Monday–Thursday schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with pay increases based on performance and significant opportunities for fast career growth. The organization offers generous holiday accrual, including three weeks in the first year, and provides yearly boots and prescription safety glasses once full-time. Team members benefit from a small, supportive team atmosphere, gift card drawings, celebrations of birthdays and milestones, and periodic company-provided meals, creating a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Work Environment

The work environment is non–temperature controlled, quiet, clean, organized, and well lit. Team members work on a production floor using hand and power tools and handling materials throughout a 10-hour shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkton, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 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 Elkton,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

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.