Lead Assembly Technician

Aerotek; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Lead Assembly Technician in Fremont, CA to lead daily production and mentor team members. You will operate equipment, monitor metrics, and ensure 5S standards while coordinating with supervisors to meet customer demands.

Ideal candidates bring 1–5 years in manufacturing, strong communication, and the ability to lift 25 lbs. This contract-to-hire role is fully onsite with potential for conversion after 6–9 months.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Line leader skill set with proven results.
• Good planning, organizing, and communication skills.
• Strong team skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions or verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
• Results-driven with a positive attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to work overtime, including occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to meet customer demand.
• Communicate inventory needs and drive 5S activities.
• Collaborate with supervisors, employees, and other Line Leaders to achieve daily tasks.
• Assist the supervisor in training new employees and developing existing associates.
• Troubleshoot production and flow problems.
• Complete maintenance requests as needed.
• Monitor and communicate all production measurements within the cells to the associates.
• Communicate essential information daily.

Skills

Line leader

Communication

Planning & organizing

Teamwork

Instruction following

Reading work instructions

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Physical ability to lift 25 lbs

Overtime weekends

Tools

Hand tools

Machine shop experience

Blueprint reading

Microscope assembly

Job description

Job Title: Lead Assembly Technician Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Assembly Technician responsible for operating production equipment to meet customer demands, effectively communicating inventory needs, and driving 5S activities. This role involves collaborating with supervisors, employees, and other Line Leaders to achieve daily tasks, assist in training new employees and developing existing associates, troubleshooting production and flow problems, and completing maintenance requests.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to meet customer demand.

• Communicate inventory needs and drive 5S activities.

• Collaborate with supervisors, employees, and other Line Leaders to achieve daily tasks.

• Assist the supervisor in training new employees and developing existing associates.

• Troubleshoot production and flow problems.

• Complete maintenance requests as needed.

• Monitor and communicate all production measurements within the cells to the associates.

• Communicate essential information daily.

Essential Skills

• 1-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Line leader skill set with proven results.

• Good planning, organizing, and communication skills.

• Strong team skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

• Ability to read and follow work instructions or verbal instructions.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.

• Results-driven with a positive attitude.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Willingness to work overtime, including occasional weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Assembly experience.

• Machine shop experience.

• Efficiency in working environments.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Blueprint reading skills.

• Proficiency with hand tools.

• Production experience.

• Microscope assembly experience.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a long-term opportunity with potential conversion after 6-9 months. Join a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged.

Work Environment

The Lead Assembly Technician will provide leadership and work direction to assigned associates, ensuring customer satisfaction with on-time delivery and quality requirements. Operations will be completed per standard work procedures and within the required cycle time. This role may require overtime, including occasional weekends, to meet production demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.