Production Assembler

Job Title: Production Assembler $17-$18

Job Description

This contract Production Assembler role runs through approximately December and offers the opportunity to support high-volume battery manufacturing in a large, modern facility. You will work on a 12-hour shift schedule in the 700 Building, performing assembly and production tasks on the battery line, ensuring components are filled correctly, inspected thoroughly, and documented accurately. While this assignment is contract-based, there may be future opportunities for continued work at another site for those interested.

Responsibilities

• Work on the battery production line, ensuring batteries are filled properly with the correct fluids according to established procedures.
• Load and place parts into machines that process components used in battery production.
• Remain on your feet for long periods during each shift while performing assembly and production tasks.
• Visually inspect parts as they move through the machine to identify defects, irregularities, or issues with quality.
• Operate machine controls, including pushing buttons as needed to move parts through to the next station in the production process.
• In designated production areas, enter data into a computer system and log information on paper sheets as required.
• Record production and filling cycle data in the computer once each part completes its approximately one-minute filling cycle.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of production activities, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal standards.
• Follow safety procedures and quality guidelines while working with machinery, fluids, and battery components.
• Participate in cross-training across multiple areas of the plant over time to support flexible staffing and broaden skills.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and maintain a steady workflow.
• Keep the work area clean and organized, supporting a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Approximately 1 year of assembly experience is preferred, ideally in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Approximately 1 year of manufacturing or production experience is preferred.
• Approximately 1 year of warehouse experience is preferred.
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time during 12-hour shifts.
• Comfort working on an assembly line and operating basic production machinery.
• Strong attention to detail for visual inspection of parts and monitoring filling processes.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to use a computer regularly for data entry and logging.
• Ability to accurately input and log production data in both computer systems and on paper forms.
• Reliability in following established procedures and safety guidelines in a manufacturing environment.
• Capability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, including days, nights, and weekends as assigned.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, production, general labor, or inspection work.
• Experience as a production worker, machine operator, or warehouse associate.
• Willingness to be cross-trained in multiple production areas within the plant.
• Interest in learning forklift operations in the future once eligible and trained.
• Ability to thrive in a structured, not overly fast-paced environment while maintaining consistent focus.
• Comfort working with industrial equipment and following standardized work instructions.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a contract-to-hire pathway with a growing organization that has secured long-term work through significant government funding, providing stability through at least 2026. Team members enjoy competitive pay with strong overtime potential, multiple health plan options, and access to dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with up to a 5% match. Once hired directly, employees receive 15 days of vacation without having to wait a full year, along with clear opportunities to move into other roles and advance within the company.

Work Environment

You will work in a large, clean manufacturing facility focused on battery production, primarily within the 700 Building. The environment centers on assembly and production work, with employees standing on their feet for extended periods during 12-hour shifts. Shifts include day and night schedules: Shift A (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; Wednesday 7:00 AM–1:00 PM), Shift B (Wednesday 1:00 PM–7:00 PM; Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM), Shift C (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 7:00 PM–7:00 AM; Wednesday 7:00 PM–1:00 AM), and Shift D (Wednesday 1:00 AM–7:00 AM; Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:00 PM–7:00 AM). The facility uses production machinery and computer systems for data entry and tracking. Over time, employees receive cross-training across different areas of the plant, and there is future potential to train on forklift operations once not on contract. The workplace emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and structured processes in a steady-paced production environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Monroeville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Monroeville,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

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.