Production Assembler

Job Title: Production Assembler

Job Description

The Production Assembler assembles fabricated parts and mechanisms using hand tools to produce glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units, ensuring all finished products meet established production specifications, quality standards, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble glass doors and frames for commercial refrigeration units using hand tools.
• Follow blueprints, work instructions, and production specifications to complete assemblies accurately.
• Use a tape measure to take precise measurements and verify component dimensions.
• Inspect assembled products to ensure they meet quality standards and established specifications.
• Handle and position parts and mechanisms safely and efficiently during the assembly process.
• Perform general labor tasks related to the assembly line, including staging materials and organizing work areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety practices.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and schedules.
• Lift and move materials and finished products, with assistance, throughout the workday.
• Adhere to all safety procedures while operating hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs with assistance throughout the workday (approximately 7–8 hours within a 10-hour shift).
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts.
• Experience using hand tools in a production or mechanical assembly environment.
• Ability to work effectively on an assembly line and follow established processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly or general labor in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with assembling fabricated parts and mechanisms for industrial or commercial products.
• Comfort working with glass, metal, and other materials.
• Ability to contribute positively to a small team atmosphere and support coworkers.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from performance-based pay increases, generous holiday accrual starting at three weeks in the first year, and a small team atmosphere that values each person’s contributions. Once full-time, team members receive yearly boots and prescription safety glasses, along with periodic company-provided meals, gift card drawings, and celebrations for birthdays and milestones. The organization offers significant opportunities for fast growth, creating a supportive environment where motivated individuals can build a long-term career.

Work Environment

The work environment is non–temperature controlled, quiet, clean, organized, and well lit. Team members work on an assembly line using hand tools and measuring devices such as tape measures. Shifts are typically 10 hours in length, and the role involves standing, moving, and lifting materials and products throughout the day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkton, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 Elkton,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.