Assembler Technician

Kelly; Hermantown (MN); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 75,933,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

100 hours PTO in first year

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Assembler Technician in Hermantown, MN, offering multiple shifts (1st, 2nd, Weekend) with competitive hourly pay and a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Primary duties include assembling, inspecting, and installing aircraft components, reading blueprints, routing wires, and documenting build steps.

The role supports career growth in aviation manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and quality, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or GED (required for all levels).
• Are entry-level (no experience required for Trainee/Level 1; one year related experience preferred) or possess related experience in manufacturing, automotive, aviation, or mechanical trades (Level 2 and 3).
• Are detail-oriented, reliable, and adaptable, with a strong sense of teamwork and integrity.
• Can read blueprints, measure precisely, and use basic tools safely and effectively.
• Have experience in assembly, carpentry, construction, plumbing, or military aircraft maintenance (preferred but not required).
• Demonstrate self-development, effective communication, and an action-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, inspecting, and installing aircraft components, sub-assemblies, and composite parts.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints to ensure proper fit, clearance, and alignment.
• Installing hardware including rivets, screws, and bolts using appropriate tools.
• Routing wires, cables, and tubing; mixing and applying adhesives, resins, and sealants according to instructions.
• Maintaining a clean, organized workstation and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (may include respirator).
• Accurately documenting build instructions and any issues or defects encountered.
• Troubleshooting systems (at senior levels) and mentoring other technicians (Level 3).

Skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Blueprint reading

Measuring

Tool safety

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Riveting tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Description

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking an Assembler Technician to work at a premier manufacturing client in Hermantown, MN. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right.

Pay Range: $20.00 — $26.50 per hour , depending on experience and level

$2,000 sign‑on bonus

Shifts: Multiple (1st, 2nd, Weekend)

First Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Second Shift: Monday through Thursday, 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM

Weekend Shift: Fri-Sun, 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Why you should apply to be an Assembler Technician:

• Direct Hire opportunity with a stable, industry‑leading manufacturer.
• Competitive pay rate based on experience and shift differential for weekend shifts.
• $2,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Robust benefits package including 401k match up to 5%, tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 100 hours PTO in first year, and 8 paid holidays.
• Opportunity to start or advance your career in aviation manufacturing, with growth and training provided.

What’s a typical day as an Assembler Technician? You’ll be:

• Assembling, inspecting, and installing aircraft components, sub‑assemblies, and composite parts.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints to ensure proper fit, clearance, and alignment.
• Installing hardware including rivets, screws, and bolts using appropriate tools.
• Routing wires, cables, and tubing; mixing and applying adhesives, resins, and sealants according to instructions.
• Maintaining a clean, organized workstation and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (may include respirator).
• Accurately documenting build instructions and any issues or defects encountered.
• Troubleshooting systems (at senior levels) and mentoring other technicians (Level 3).

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (required for all levels).
• Are entry‑level (no experience required for Trainee/Level 1; one year related experience preferred) or possess related experience in manufacturing, automotive, aviation, or mechanical trades (Level 2 and 3).
• Are detail‑oriented, reliable, and adaptable, with a strong sense of teamwork and integrity.
• Can read blueprints, measure precisely, and use basic tools safely and effectively.
• Have experience in assembly, carpentry, construction, plumbing, or military aircraft maintenance (preferred but not required).
• Demonstrate self‑development, effective communication, and an action‑oriented approach.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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