Mold Assembler (Crimper)

Full-Time | Hands-On Manufacturing Role

If you enjoy mechanical, hands-on work and want a stable opportunity with long-term growth, this role offers a great path into advanced manufacturing. Full training is provided, and you’ll work with equipment that supports critical electrical infrastructure across the country.

What You’ll Do

You’ll assemble polymer insulators by attaching metal end fittings, performing precision crimping, and ensuring each unit meets strict quality and performance standards. This is a hands-on production role where accuracy, consistency, and safety matter every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble polymer insulator components following detailed instructions and quality standards
• Operate hydraulic and pneumatic crimping tools to attach metal end fittings
• Set and verify pressure/force specifications for each crimp
• Inspect assemblies for depth, alignment, bonding, and structural integrity
• Support molding, curing, and material prep to keep production flowing
• Use calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and go/no-go gauges for measurements
• Use cutting tools (cable cutters, trimming tools, utility knives) to prep components
• Work with hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and mallets
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and lockout/tagout
• Report defects, equipment issues, or material shortages promptly
• Assist with general production, assembly, and material handling tasks

What Makes You a Strong Candidate

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools
• Experience with hydraulic or pneumatic crimping tools
• Ability to follow precise pressure/force specifications
• Familiarity with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Experience in production, assembly, or material handling
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to follow written instructions and drawings
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE use

Nice-to-Have Experience (Not Required)

• Polymer molding or molding machine experience
• Inspection experience in ISO-controlled environments
• Wire harness or similar crimping/assembly experience
• General labor experience in fast-paced manufacturing
• Flexibility to support multiple production tasks

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Join a .-based manufacturing team that produces high‑performance polymer and porcelain insulators used in essential electrical transmission systems. This facility focuses on advanced molding, precision crimping, and strict quality standards — all within a supportive, team-oriented environment.

You’ll benefit from:

• A stable full-time schedule
• Opportunities for overtime
• Hands-on training and skill development
• A safety-first culture
• Clear processes, consistent work, and strong team support
• The chance to build products that keep power systems reliable nationwide

Work Environment

• Non–climate-controlled production facility (can be hot in summer)
• Fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Regular use of molding equipment and hydraulic/pneumatic tools
• Defined workstations with structured processes
• PPE provided and required
• Water allowed at workstations to stay hydrated

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

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 & 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 Virginia Beach,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.