Assembler

Aerotek; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Manufacturing Assembler in Faribault, MN to build products using hand and power tools, install labels, and verify dimensions per SOPs. You will interact with the Epicor production system for job orders and work in a climate-controlled facility with a two-shift schedule.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits described in the posting. Minimum 1 year in manufacturing, ability to lift up to 50 lb, and strong English reading comprehension are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• reading and following written and verbal instructions in English.
• safely operate hand and power tools in a production environment.
• visually inspect components and subassemblies for quality.
• stand, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• experience with Epicor or similar manufacturing/tracking systems.
• High school diploma or GED.
• frequent lifting, standing, bending and reaching.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products using hand and power tools to form assemblies.
• Install wire labels and device tags.
• Review and interpret job orders to understand work requirements.
• Interact with Epicor system to badge in/out of active job orders.
• Read and execute SOPs to safely operate equipment.
• Check completed units against specifications and tolerances.
• Use tape measures to verify dimensions.
• Perform visual inspections for defects.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot assembly issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and PPE compliance.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Reading instructions

Quality inspection

Safety PPE

Teamwork

Basic math

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor system

Tape measures

Screwdrivers and wrenches

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Assembler Job Description

This role focuses on assembling products using hand and power tools, installing electrical components and labels, and ensuring all units meet defined specifications and customer requirements. You will follow Standard Operating Procedures, interact with the production system to manage job orders, and support a clean, safe, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products using hand and power tools to position, align, and fasten parts and units into assemblies, subassemblies, or frames.

• Install wire labels and device tags, working accurately with different label and tag styles.

• Review and interpret job orders to understand work requirements and sequence of tasks.

• Interact with the Epicor system by correctly badging in and out of active job orders on the production floor.

• Read, comprehend, and execute processes and procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to safely and properly operate equipment and tools.

• Check completed units to ensure they meet specifications, tolerances, and customer requirements.

• Use tape measures and basic measuring tools to verify dimensions and ensure assembly accuracy.

• Perform visual inspections of components and subassemblies to identify defects or nonconformities.

• Apply basic understanding of mechanical and electrical assembly to correctly route, connect, and secure components.

• Identify and distinguish wire gauges and colors, and apply knowledge of ampacities during assembly.

• Recognize differences between NEMA ratings of enclosures and apply this knowledge when assembling and labeling units.

• Work collaboratively in a team environment to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues as they arise.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and PPE requirements.

• Perform other projects and duties as assigned by leadership to support production needs.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools in a production environment.

• Ability to visually inspect components and subassemblies for quality and conformity.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend plant directives written in English.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time during the shift.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an intermittent basis.

• Accuracy and timeliness in completing work assignments.

• Basic understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC), variable frequency drives (VFD), and circuit breakers.

• Ability to understand and distinguish between different NEMA ratings of enclosures.

• Knowledge of identifying wire gauges and colors and understanding wire ampacities.

• Ability to effectively use a tape measure and perform simple mathematics.

• Basic understanding of schematics, mechanical assembly, and electrical assembly.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, including collaborating, troubleshooting, and problem solving with coworkers.

• Ability to adhere to all required personal protective equipment (PPE) for eye, hand, and foot protection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Experience with assembly work using hand tools, power tools, and tape measures.

• Experience working on an assembly line or in a structured production environment.

• Familiarity with Epicor or similar manufacturing or production tracking systems.

• Experience with electrical assembly, including working with wire labels, device tags, and electrical components.

• Limited but practical understanding of PLCs, VFDs, and circuit breakers in a manufacturing context.

• Comfort working in a role that requires frequent lifting, standing, bending, and reaching.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and wearing required PPE at all times.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing environment that offers a comprehensive benefits package and consistent work schedules. Employees enjoy paid vacation, medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The organization promotes a clean, climate-controlled workplace and values teamwork, safety, and reliability, providing a supportive setting for developing and strengthening hands‑on assembly and production skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility with an emphasis on safety and organization. You will work with hand and power tools, electrical components, wire labels, and measuring devices such as tape measures, as well as interact with the Epicor production system. The position operates on two primary shifts: a day shift from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and a night shift from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Overtime is scheduled on Fridays and is mandatory, and there are openings on both day and night shifts. The work requires frequent lifting, standing, bending, and reaching throughout the shift. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for eyes, hands, and feet is required at all times to perform the job safely.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Faribault, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Faribault,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.