Assembler
Job Description
Job Title: Cleanroom Assembler
Job Description
This role focuses on the day-to-day production and packaging of components used in medical devices within a cleanroom manufacturing environment. As a Cleanroom Assembler, you contribute directly to products that help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for patients worldwide. You work as part of a dedicated, high-performing manufacturing team that prioritizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, and meeting production goals.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of production assembly tasks, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive operations, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Follow visual aids, method layouts, diagrams, schematics, process flow sheets, and written or verbal assembly instructions to complete assembly and packaging tasks accurately.
- Set initial layouts and use appropriate tools to prepare products for further processing or packaging.
- Conduct continuity checks on work in process and finished products to verify proper function and assembly.
- Perform quality inspections on the processing line in accordance with established quality specifications and standards.
- Operate packaging machinery as needed to package components and products safely and efficiently.
- Box finished products and apply labeling materials in compliance with product and regulatory requirements.
- Consistently adhere to cleanroom protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and maintenance of a controlled, contamination-free environment.
- Collaborate with team members to support continuous improvement initiatives and help achieve daily and long-term production goals.
Essential Skills
- Ability to perform general labor and assembly tasks in a production environment.
- Capability to work effectively in a cleanroom setting while following strict cleanliness and safety protocols.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Comfort with using visual aids, diagrams, schematics, and written or verbal instructions to complete work.
- Willingness to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining focus on quality and accuracy.
- No prior assembly experience required; readiness to learn and follow training is essential.
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including remaining independently mobile and interacting with equipment and computers as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Experience using measuring devices and hand tools is preferred.
- Experience as a clean room technician, even without prior experience, is welcome.
- Familiarity with medical assembly or production of medical products is beneficial.
- Understanding of basic quality control practices and inspection techniques is advantageous.
Why Work Here?
You join a nationwide organization that is committed to improving patients’ lives through meaningful innovation in healthcare technology and services. The culture emphasizes purpose, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with teams challenging themselves to make tomorrow better than yesterday. You benefit from a comfortable, air-conditioned environment and a sit-down role that supports long-term well-being. The organization values diverse talent, offers opportunities to grow and contribute to impactful work, and encourages employees to help shape the future of healthcare.
Work Environment
This position is based in a cleanroom manufacturing facility where you work with medical device components under controlled conditions. You wear personal protective equipment, including eyewear, ear plugs, a hair net, and protective gowning, to maintain product quality and safety. The environment is air conditioned and primarily sit-down, providing a comfortable setting for focused assembly and packaging work. You may use measuring devices, hand tools, and packaging machinery as part of your daily tasks. The role is on 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM, and you collaborate closely with peers and co-workers while following all applicable work conditions and physical requirements.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.00/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 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.
About AerotekAerotek® 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.
