Electrical Assembler

Kelly Services; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembler for our client in Lockport, IL. The role involves hands-on assembly, soldering under magnification, inspection, and production tasks to build electronic and mechanical subassemblies.

This is a permanent, direct hire position with competitive benefits and vacation. Pay ranges from $18 to $22 per hour, based on experience, and 1st shift hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related electro-mechanical assembly experience or military technical training.
• Ability to read work instructions, schematics, bills of materials, diagrams, and engineering change orders.
• Fine-pitch SMT soldering and rework under magnification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build electronic and mechanical subassemblies, including box builds, cable harnesses, and general electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Hands-on assembly, soldering, inspection, and production tasks.

Skills

Reading schematics

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Basic PC skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or technical diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Small power tools

Fine-pitch SMT soldering

Job description

Electro-Mechanical Assembler - Fine-Pitch Soldering

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembler for our client in Lockport, IL.

Candidates with fine-pitch SMT soldering or rework experience under magnification are especially encouraged to apply.

This is a permanent, direct hire position—you’ll immediately become a member of our client’s organization and enjoy their competitive benefits and vacation package.

Pay: $18-22/hour, based on experience

Hours: 1st shift: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Summary

Build electronic and mechanical subassemblies, including box builds, cable harnesses, and general electro-mechanical assemblies. The role includes hands-on assembly, soldering, inspection, and production tasks.

What You’ll Do

• Perform basic and advanced electro-mechanical assembly.
• Assemble wires, cables, and harnesses.
• Solder and rework fine-pitch SMT components under magnification - a strong advantage for this role.
• Inspect chassis, mechanical assemblies, cables, and harnesses for defects.
• Prepare components by cutting and stripping wire, wiring, and fastening connections.
• Complete other production activities as needed.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma, GED, or technical diploma, plus 3+ years of related assembly experience or military technical training.
• Ability to read work instructions, schematics, bills of material, diagrams, and engineering change orders.
• Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and small power tools.
• Fine-pitch SMT soldering and rework skills under magnification are a plus.
• Basic PC skills, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, stand for extended periods, and regularly lift up to 40 pounds.
• Team-oriented, organized, and willing to work occasional overtime.

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.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

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