Entry Level Assemblers/ Warehouse / General Labour - $16.50/Hr

Aerotek; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Flexible holiday benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for an Entry Level Mechanical Assembler in Colonial Heights, VA. You will assemble refrigeration cases and sub-assemblies, read work orders, and verify parts for proper fit.

Use hand and power tools, measure dimensions, and follow strict safety and quality standards to keep production on schedule. This is a contract-to-hire, onsite role with a first-shift schedule and a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, assembly instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a production setting.
• Ability to read measurements and use measuring instruments.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and component fastening methods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work a consistent first-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assemble refrigeration cases and sub-assemblies per instructions.
• Read and interpret work orders and production documents.
• Identify parts and ensure accurate installation according to specs.
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete assemblies safely.
• Measure dimensions with rulers, tapes and gauges.
• Install components using bolts, screws, rivets, and hardware.
• Maintain quality through gauging and dimensional checks.
• Rotate between workstations to support production.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily output targets.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Follow safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading work orders

Reading blueprints

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Quality conscious

Teamwork

Attendance reliable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Entry Level Assemblers/ Warehouse / General Labour - $16.50/Hr

Job Description

Mechanical Assembler – Key Responsibilities

• Assemble refrigeration cases and sub-assemblies, including tanks, canopies, base frames, hardware kits, plenums, and related components.
• Read and interpret work orders, assembly instructions, and production documents to understand build requirements.
• Identify parts and ensure accurate installation according to specifications and assembly guidelines.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete assemblies.
• Measure and verify dimensions using rulers, tape measures, metal squares, and other measuring devices.
• Install and secure components using bolts, screws, rivets, speed clips, and other fastening hardware.
• Apply material gauging and dimensional requirements to ensure proper fit, function, and quality.
• Rotate between workstations as needed to support production demands.
• Work collaboratively with assembly team members to complete products on schedule.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
• Support general production and labor activities to achieve daily output targets.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, assembly instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a production setting.
• Ability to accurately read measurements and use measuring instruments.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and component fastening methods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work a consistent first-shift schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous assembly line experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience assembling mechanical or electrical products.
• General labor experience within a production facility.
• Ability to work across multiple stations and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to push and pull refrigeration cases weighing approximately 200-800 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent walking, reaching, bending, twisting, and lifting.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and awkward positions when required.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, and sitting during assembly activities.
• Clean, organized light-industrial manufacturing facility.
• Assembly-line environment utilizing hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Safety-focused workplace with established procedures and quality standards.
• Team-oriented production environment with a focus on quality, efficiency, and collaboration.

Why Join?

• Join a values-driven organization focused on teamwork, integrity, and customer satisfaction.
• Work in a clean, well-maintained, and safety-conscious manufacturing facility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Flexible holiday benefits supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to a collaborative culture that values employee growth and recognition.
• Assemble refrigeration cases and sub-assemblies, including tanks, canopies, base frames, hardware kits, plenums, and related components.
• Read and interpret work orders, assembly instructions, and production documents to understand build requirements.
• Identify parts and ensure accurate installation according to specifications and assembly guidelines.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete assemblies.
• Measure and verify dimensions using rulers, tape measures, metal squares, and other measuring devices.
• Install and secure components using bolts, screws, rivets, speed clips, and other fastening hardware.
• Apply material gauging and dimensional requirements to ensure proper fit, function, and quality.
• Rotate between workstations as needed to support production demands.
• Work collaboratively with assembly team members to complete products on schedule.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
• Support general production and labor activities to achieve daily output targets.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, assembly instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a production setting.
• Ability to accurately read measurements and use measuring instruments.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and component fastening methods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work a consistent first-shift schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous assembly line experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience assembling mechanical or electrical products.
• General labor experience within a production facility.
• Ability to work across multiple stations and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to push and pull refrigeration cases weighing approximately 200-800 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent walking, reaching, bending, twisting, and lifting.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and awkward positions when required.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, and sitting during assembly activities.
• Clean, organized light-industrial manufacturing facility.
• Assembly-line environment utilizing hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Safety-focused workplace with established procedures and quality standards.
• Team-oriented production environment with a focus on quality, efficiency, and collaboration.

Why Join?

• Join a values-driven organization focused on teamwork, integrity, and customer satisfaction.
• Work in a clean, well-maintained, and safety-conscious manufacturing facility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Flexible holiday benefits supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to a collaborative culture that values employee growth and recognition.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colonial Heights, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/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 Colonial Heights,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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