Electrical Assembler

AppleOne Employment Services; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in State College, PA seeks an entry-level Electrical Assembler to join a focused manufacturing team. You will assemble electronic components, cables, and sensors following drawings and procedures, with hand soldering and microscope work as part of daily duties.

Key requirements include a high school diploma and strong attention to detail; prior soldering or microscope experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Detail-oriented with manual dexterity.
• Ability to read drawings/work orders and follow procedures.
• Basic computer skills and ability to document work.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components, cables, sensors per instructions.
• Perform hand soldering, bonding, and basic testing.
• Use a microscope for detailed assembly and inspection.
• Follow safety guidelines, quality standards, and 5S practices.
• Maintain accurate production records and meet daily goals.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings

Independent / team work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Soldering

Microscope

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Assembler for an onsite opportunity in State College, PA. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates who enjoy detailed hands‑on work, precision assembly, and contributing to high-quality electronic products in a manufacturing environment.

As an Electrical Assembler, you will assemble electronic components, cables, and sensors while following drawings, work orders, and established procedures. This position offers steady weekday hours, a supportive production team, and the opportunity to build valuable skills in electronic assembly, soldering, microscope work, and quality-focused manufacturing.

Candidates who are dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing fine assembly work will be well positioned for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components, cables, sensors, and related parts according to work instructions and drawings.
• Perform hand soldering, bonding, and basic testing to support production requirements.
• Use a microscope for detailed assembly and inspection work over extended periods.
• Follow work orders, procedures, safety guidelines, quality standards, and 5S practices.
• Maintain accurate production records while meeting daily production goals.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and ready for use.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $16 to $19 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Job Type: Temp-to-Hire.
• Duration: 4-month contract with possible extensions.
• Work Location: Onsite in State College, PA.
• Overtime may be required as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Assemble electronic components, cables, and sensors in a production environment.
• Perform detailed hand soldering, bonding, and basic testing tasks.
• Read and follow drawings, work orders, and written procedures.
• Maintain quality, safety, 5S, and production documentation standards.
• High School Diploma required.
• Entry‑level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to sit and perform detailed microscope work for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers for fine assembly work.
• Ability to stand, sit, and walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to work around chemicals, solvents, and laser equipment as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hand soldering experience preferred.
• Microscope assembly or inspection experience preferred.
• Previous electronic assembly, cable assembly, sensor assembly, or manufacturing experience is a plus.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.