Assembler and Test Technician

Aleron; Town of Elma (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions seeks an Assembler and Test Technician in Elma, NY. This temp-to-hire role offers 40 hours weekly on 2nd shift, compensation $31 per hour, working on aerospace/defense precision mechanical and electronic products.

You will read drawings, assemble, test, troubleshoot, and document activities, using specialized equipment. 3+ years of experience and a High School Diploma or GED required. Background check and legal work authorization apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in assembly and test operations.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products using mechanical and electronic equipment, fixtures, gauges, and torque mechanisms.
• Read and interpret drawings, work instructions, parts lists, and other technical documentation to complete assembly activities accurately.
• Set up and perform high-precision operational tests using hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic test equipment, fixtures, and tools.
• Diagnose test failures, evaluate hardware condition, and recommend rework instructions or configuration changes.
• Complete daily administrative tasks and documentation to support smooth overall operations.

Skills

Assembly & test operations

Reading drawings

English literacy

Hand tools

Computer systems navigation

Automotive/aircraft background

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Assembler and Test Technician

Location: Elma, NY

Employment Type: Temp to Hire (12 months)

Industry: Aerospace and Defense

Compensation: $31.00/hr.

Schedule: 40 hours/week - 2nd shift

About the Opportunity

• Join a hands-on technical team where you'll play an important role in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting precision mechanical and electronic products.
• You'll work from technical drawings and detailed instructions while using specialized equipment to ensure products meet necessary performance and quality standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble products using mechanical and electronic measurement equipment, specialized fixtures, tooling, gauges, and torque mechanisms.
• Read and interpret drawings, work instructions, parts lists, and other technical documentation to complete assembly activities accurately.
• Set up and perform high-precision operational tests using hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic test equipment, fixtures, and tools.
• Diagnose test failures, evaluate hardware condition, and recommend rework instructions or configuration changes.
• Complete daily administrative tasks and documentation to support smooth overall operations.

Job Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in assembly and test operations.

What Sets You Apart

• Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Automotive and aircraft background
• Intermediate computer skills
• Proficiency with hand tools
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.