Assembler

Aerotek; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Assembly Technician in NAUGATUCK, CT to assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components in a lean manufacturing setting. You will meet daily goals, maintain high quality, and keep work cells organized while following safety standards.

You will read drawings, multitask across priorities, and communicate issues to supervisors. The role offers onsite work with potential overtime based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electro-mechanical knowledge is required.
• Read, speak, and understand English to follow drawings and instructions.
• Ability to lift and move components up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in a lean production environment is a plus.
• Able to follow standardized processes and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components according to drawings.
• Meet daily production goals while maintaining quality standards.
• Keep work cells clean, organized, and efficient in lean environments.
• Report workload backlogs or production issues to supervisors.
• Multitask and adapt to schedule changes and priorities.
• Communicate status of tasks clearly to the team.
• Follow standardized processes and implement countermeasures when needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements and guidelines.
• Perform special projects and additional tasks as assigned.
• Lift/move components weighing up to 50 lbs as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English literacy

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Independent work

Lean production mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Production Assembly Technician Job Description

The Production Assembly Technician assembles mechanical and electro-mechanical components and machines in a lean production environment. This role focuses on meeting daily production goals, maintaining high quality standards, and keeping work cells clean and well organized. The technician follows standardized work processes and safety requirements while supporting continuous production needs and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components and complete machines according to drawings and work instructions.

• Meet daily production goals while maintaining established quality standards.

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency within lean work cells.

• Communicate any workload backlogs or production issues promptly to supervisors.

• Multitask effectively and adapt to changes in production schedules and priorities.

• Report the status of the work area and ongoing tasks clearly and professionally.

• Follow standardized work processes and implement countermeasures when required.

• Ensure full compliance with all safety requirements and guidelines.

• Perform special projects and additional tasks as assigned.

• Lift, move, and handle components and parts weighing up to 50 lbs as needed.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of basic mechanical and electro-mechanical principles and procedures.

• Ability to assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical components using basic hand tools.

• Ability to read, speak, and understand English to follow mechanical drawings and written work documentation.

• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks.

• Capability to multitask and remain flexible when production schedules shift.

• Effective communication skills to interact with supervisors and team members.

• Physical ability to lift and move components and parts weighing up to 50 lbs.

• High school diploma or equivalent education.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a lean production environment is desired but not required.

• Experience in general labor or assembly work is beneficial.

• Strong drive and aptitude to achieve results both independently and as part of a group.

• Ability to take direction and follow standardized processes consistently.

• Mechanically inclined mindset with an interest in equipment and machinery.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable and growing organization with clear opportunities for advancement into lead and supervisory roles as production expands. The company operates in a clean, modern environment and plays a significant role in the recycling industry, manufacturing thousands of machines each year with strong growth projections. With increasing global and domestic demand driven by recycling legislation, you become part of one of the major players in the sector, contributing to meaningful environmental impact while building a long-term career.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean manufacturing facility that produces reverse vending equipment used to recycle beverage containers. The standard schedule runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some overtime and occasional Saturday work as needed to meet production demands. Work is performed in lean production cells, using basic hand tools and following standardized processes and safety procedures. The environment emphasizes organization, efficiency, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NAUGATUCK, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NAUGATUCK, CT.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in NAUGATUCK,CT.

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.