Assembler

Aerotek; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Assembler for a contract-to-hire role based in Northfield, MN. The position requires assembling large components and frames using hand and power tools, reading blueprints, and possibly operating cranes.

This onsite role emphasizes precise fabrication work for exhaust systems across various industries. Join a team in a new Northfield facility, with a compensation range of $25.00 per hour and a potential pathway to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Experience in fabrication or millwright work is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large components based on blueprints and work instructions.
• Build plenums and large frames using hand and power tools.
• Operate cranes and other machinery as required.
• Assist with fabrication work, including operating brake press, shear, and roller.
• Ensure exhaust systems are built accurately by interpreting blueprints.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Shop versatility

Tools

Tape measures

Brake press

Shear

Roller

Job description

Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

Join our dynamic team in Lakeville, where you will work with hand tools, large impacts, and other power tools to build plenums, large frames, and overall large structures and equipment. This role involves working with cranes, and while crane experience is a plus, it is not mandatory. You will be assembling large components that contribute to exhaust systems for power generation, oil & gas, marine, locomotive, construction, and off-road markets. This position is ideal for someone with experience in building large products, especially those with a background in millwright work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large components based on blueprints and work instructions.
• Build plenums and large frames using hand and power tools.
• Operate cranes and other machinery as required.
• Assist with fabrication work, including operating brake press, shear, and roller.
• Ensure that all exhaust systems are built accurately by interpreting blueprints.

Essential Skills

• Experience with mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and work instructions.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks within the shop.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication is beneficial.
• Prior millwright work experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with using tape measures and schematics.

Why Work Here?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new company with significant growth potential. Employees who perform well may be eligible for an early contractor buyout. The company offers a competitive 3 1/2% 401k match when employees contribute 6% after being hired directly.

Work Environment

The position is based in a new facility that is well-organized and designed to support efficient work processes. The work environment is conducive to learning and growth, with opportunities to engage in various tasks across the shop.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 & 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 Northfield,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.