Manufacturing Technician

Aerotek; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II to perform mechanical and electrical assembly in a state-of-the-art Pleasanton facility. You will handle sub-assembly, final assembly, and wiring, ensuring quality and compliance with GMPs and SOPs.

You’ll read schematics, document production activity, and maintain a safe, organized work area while applying attention to detail to meet production schedules. This contract-to-hire role is onsite in Pleasanton, CA with a pay range of $29–$38 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical assembly in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics for wiring and assembly.
• Proficiency with control panel wiring and final assembly to meet specs.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and documentation of production activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly and sub-assembly for production equipment.
• Set up and operate production equipment per GMPs and SOPs.
• Read electrical schematics to wire and assemble components.
• Complete control panel wiring: layout, routing, termination.
• Assemble sub-assemblies and final assemblies to required specs.
• Inspect for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and document production activities.
• Lift/move components up to 50 lbs as needed.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Wiring & schematics

Control panel wiring

Final assembly

Quality inspection

Documentation

Safety lifting 50 lbs

SOP adherence

Tools

UL508A panel shop practices

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician II Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician II performs mechanical and electrical assembly, including sub-assembly preparation and final assembly of production equipment and components in a manufacturing environment. You will set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures, maintain clean and organized work areas, and support production schedules through accurate reporting and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and sub-assembly preparation for production equipment and components.

• Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics to perform accurate wiring and assembly tasks.

• Complete control panel wiring, including layout, routing, and termination of wires and cables.

• Build and assemble sub-assemblies and final assemblies to meet quality and performance requirements.

• Inspect work for accuracy, quality, and compliance with specifications and standards.

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas to support efficient production.

• Accurately document and report production activities to support production schedules.

• Handle and move materials and components, including lifting items up to 50 lbs, as needed for assembly work.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve assembly or wiring issues and support continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to perform mechanical assembly and sub-assembly work.

• Ability to perform electrical assembly, including wiring and termination.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

• Hands-on experience with control panel wiring.

• Experience performing final assembly of production equipment and components.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs safely.

• Ability to follow current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with UL508A panel shop practices or similar control panel standards.

• Familiarity with power distribution, custom controls, and industrial control products.

• Exposure to industries such as semiconductor, HVAC, pharmaceutical, alternative energy, amusement park/theme park, or industrial control markets.

• Experience working in an ISO9001-compliant environment.

• Comfort working with innovative manufacturing and design processes.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-focused environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a highly experienced manufacturing organization operating in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility, where quality and innovation are at the core of every process. The company emphasizes the use of high-quality components and the latest design technologies, supported by an expansive network of manufacturers, distributors, vendors, and customers. You will benefit from a stable, growth-oriented environment with over three decades of industry experience, exposure to a wide variety of markets, and a strong culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Pleasanton, CA, designed to support advanced production and control panel operations. The environment follows current good manufacturing practices and ISO9001:2000-compliant processes, with a strong focus on quality and safety. You will work with electrical and mechanical assembly tools, control panel wiring setups, and production equipment aligned with UL508A and UL1741 standards. The work involves hands-on assembly and wiring tasks, maintaining clean and organized workstations, and handling components that may require lifting up to 50 lbs. The setting is a professional manufacturing floor where precision, cleanliness, and adherence to procedures are essential.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $38.00/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 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 & 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)

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pleasanton,CA.

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.