Heavy Industrial Assembler

Job Title: Industrial Assembler Job Description

As a Mechanical Assembler, you will be responsible for assembling test filtration machinery to meet both production and quality standards. You will select assembly methods and procedures from blueprints to fit parts to specific tolerances and operating requirements, using hand and power tools. Additionally, you will align subassemblies, cut and fit pipe and tubing, and perform operating tests and final adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Fit, align, and assemble manufactured or purchased parts, motors, pumps, and sub-assemblies into completed units.

• Make necessary electrical and piping connections.

• Position parts according to unit layout or engineering drawings.

• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners.

• Drill and tap holes for fasteners.

• Visually inspect parts and assemblies for fit and surface defects, advising the supervisor of any discrepancies.

• Remove small quantities of metal with hand files to produce close fit between parts.

• Test components and units for proper operation.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting

• Proficiency with hand and power tools

• Blueprint reading

• Installation and mechanical assembly

• Machine building

• Hydraulics

• Welding

• Wiring

• Preventive maintenance

• Fabrication

• Electrical and mechanical skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to visually inspect parts for defects

• Proficiency in aligning and fitting parts

• Experience with fasteners and drilling/tapping holes

• Capability to perform operating tests

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Take advantage of a 401K plan with up to a 6% match, eligibility starting after 60 days of employment. Begin with 10 days of paid vacation, increasing by one additional day each year up to 25 days, and enjoy PTO with 3 days per year plus 2 floating days and 8 paid holidays. Experience a rewarding work-life balance with a supportive benefits package.

Work Environment

The work environment includes positions on both 1st shift (5:00am - 3:30pm) and 2nd shift (3:15pm to 11:45pm), with a base of 8-hour shifts and potential for 10-hour shifts as needed. Flexibility to work up to 8 hours on Saturdays may be required. The building, with its historic character from 1906, features numerous windows and offers a well-lit atmosphere. Temperature control varies with the season, with fans and open doors in summer. Employees enjoy cold drinks and frozen treats during warmer months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.