Shop Helper/Assembler

Aerotek; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Mechanical Assembler / Shop Helper in Irvine, CA. This hands-on role focuses on assembling and fabricating precision metal components for high-reliability products, interpreting drawings and work orders, and maintaining quality standards.

The position operates on a 4/10 first-shift schedule (6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) with overtime opportunities. It involves shop-floor fabrication, use of measuring tools, RTV adhesives, and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with metal parts and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience using RTV adhesives in assembly or fabrication.
• High attention to detail verifying part numbers and drawing accuracy.
• Familiarity with shop-floor metalworking equipment and tools.
• Ability to use tape measures and calipers for dimensional checks.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and machine interfaces.
• Ability to read/write English to follow instructions.
• Experience with hand and power tools in production settings.
• Ability to read BOMs and schematics.
• Compliance with ITAR documentation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal components per engineering drawings and work orders.
• Perform metal fabrication tasks (cutting, drilling, punching, etc.).
• Read and interpret drawings, verify details against orders.
• Match part numbers to BOMs and drawings for accuracy.
• Operate drill presses, punch presses, metal cutters, and laser cutters safely.
• Document data and interact with machine interfaces as required.
• Apply RTV adhesives accurately and consistently.
• Use calipers and tape measures to verify dimensions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Handle small parts with magnification tools as needed.
• Follow BOMs and assembly instructions to meet quality standards.

Skills

Blueprints

Metal assembly

RTV adhesives

Precision measurement

Shop equipment

Measuring tools

Basic computer skills

English reading/writing

Hand and power tools

BOMs & schematics

ITAR compliance

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler / Shop Helper Job Description

This role focuses on assembling and fabricating precision metal components used in highreliability switch and keyboard products for demanding applications. You will work hands-on with metal parts, mechanical assemblies, and shop-floor fabrication equipment while interpreting technical drawings and work orders to ensure accurate, high-quality production. The position follows a 4/10 first-shift schedule and offers opportunities for overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal components, including switch housings, matrix frames, and related mechanical parts, according to engineering drawings and work orders.

• Perform metal fabrication tasks such as cutting, drilling, punching, and other shop-floor operations using appropriate tools and equipment.

• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints, verifying all details against work orders for completeness and accuracy.

• Match part numbers to work orders and cross-check them with engineering drawings to ensure correct components are used.

• Operate shop equipment such as drill presses, punch presses, metal cutters, and laser metal cutters in a safe and efficient manner.

• Use computers for documentation, basic data entry, and interaction with machine interfaces as required by production processes.

• Apply RTV adhesives and other materials accurately and consistently as part of the assembly process.

• Use measuring tools, including tape measures and calipers (such as hole diameter gauges and dial calipers), to verify dimensions and tolerances.

• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to resolve issues, clarify specifications, and support continuous improvement.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, following shop safety procedures and best practices.

• Handle and grasp small parts and materials with precision, using magnification tools when necessary.

• Follow documented procedures, bills of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions to meet quality and production standards.

Essential Skills

• Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and blueprints.

• Hands-on experience working with metal parts and mechanical assemblies.

• Experience working with RTV adhesives in an assembly or fabrication environment.

• High attention to detail when verifying part numbers, work orders, and drawing accuracy.

• Familiarity with shop tools and metalworking equipment, including drill presses, punch presses, metal cutters, and similar machinery.

• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers, including hole diameter gauges and dial calipers.

• Basic computer proficiency for documentation and interaction with machine interfaces.

• Ability to read and write in English to follow work instructions, drawings, and documentation.

• Approximately 2 years of mechanical assembly or production experience, ideally in medical, aerospace, or electronics manufacturing.

• Experience using hand and power tools in a production or mechanical assembly setting.

• Ability to read and interpret bills of materials (BOMs) and schematics.

• Compliance with ITAR requirements, with appropriate documentation as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CNC experience in a fabrication or machining environment.

• Prior experience in a fabrication or mechanical assembly shop.

• Experience working in industries such as medical devices, aerospace, or electronics production.

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Comfort using magnifying tools to work with small parts and detailed assemblies.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with a variety of shop-floor equipment.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and production personnel.

• Consistency in following established procedures and quality standards.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a stable and supportive environment where employees tend to build long-term careers, with many team members remaining since earlier years. Once converted to a full-time role, you can access full benefits, including a 401(k) plan, and participate in quarterly bonus programs that have been paid consistently in recent history. The workplace culture values retention, continuity, and a positive atmosphere, with positions opening primarily due to retirements rather than turnover.

Work Environment

You will work in a small, close-knit production environment of approximately 40 production employees, fostering strong teamwork and collaboration. The role follows a first-shift 4/10 schedule, typically Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime opportunities on Fridays when needed. The position involves frequent sitting, standing, reaching, walking, and handling or grasping materials in a manufacturing setting, as well as occasional kneeling, bending, and squatting. You will use keyboards, ten-key input devices, and computer interfaces, and you will work with magnifying tools and small parts that require good eyesight and fine finger dexterity. The shop environment includes metalworking and fabrication equipment such as drill presses, punch presses, metal cutters, and laser metal cutters, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 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 Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

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.