Assembler

Job Title: Assembler
Job Description

We are seeking individuals who are mechanically inclined or have previous manufacturing experience. If you are willing to learn, we are willing to train you. The role involves performing layout assembly and ideally soldering of wires. You will be provided with drawings and work instructions to assemble products such as cable harnesses, thermocouples, sensors, and satellite heaters.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings
• Utilize hand tools effectively
• Follow work instructions for assembly
• Perform electronic wire assembly
• Demonstrate dependability and good communication skills

Essential Skills

• Ability to read work orders
• Basic computer skills
• Experience in assembly or soldering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• 3 months or more of assembly experience
• Ability to utilize hand tools
• Ability to read drawings

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a stable job in a clean work environment with the opportunity to learn and grow. You will have the autonomy to perform your work, with the expectation of meeting production goals. The company offers growth potential, allowing for advancement to roles such as technician or tester. With a long-standing history and great tenure, the company is committed to training and developing its employees.

Work Environment

Work in a clean and fairly quiet environment with over 100 employees in the facility. You have the flexibility to stand or sit during assembly, and headphones are allowed. The production atmosphere includes about 36 assemblers who report to the production supervisor. You will have autonomy in your work, with the primary goal of meeting production targets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Branford, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Branford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 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.