Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Aerotek is hiring for Mechanical Assemblers

2nd shift



Job Description

This role focuses on cutting, fitting, and installing insulation on shells, heads, and piping while following detailed travelers, prints, and bills of materials. You will verify material availability, confirm vacuum integrity, and document critical vacuum readings to support accurate leak detection and traceability. The position requires consistent adherence to safety and environmental protocols in a clean, climate-controlled production environment.

Responsibilities

• Review travelers, engineering prints, and insulation bills of materials to understand job requirements and verify material availability and condition before starting work.
• Cut, fit, and install insulation on shells, heads, and piping in accordance with specifications and technical documentation.
• Apply adhesives, bands, and jacketing as specified to ensure secure and durable insulation installations.
• Complete check sheets for vacuum readings before and after insulation to support leak detection traceability and quality documentation.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to perform insulation installation and related tasks.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and participation in respirator fit tests.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in line with facility standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 2–3 years of experience in fabrication and fitting insulation, preferably in high mix product environments.
• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools for cutting, fitting, and installing insulation.
• Ability to read and interpret travelers, prints, and insulation bills of materials.
• Experience installing insulation on shells, heads, and piping using adhesives, bands, and jacketing.
• Capability to stand and walk for most of the workday (8–10 hours).
• Ability to regularly lift materials up to 35 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols, including respirator fit tests.
• Consistent use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, sleeves, and cutting tools (e.g., scissors, knives).
• Strong attention to detail for completing check sheets and recording vacuum readings accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing or production environment.
• Comfort working in a high mix product environment with varying insulation configurations.
• Basic understanding of leak test protocols and vacuum integrity checks.
• General labor and installation experience in an industrial or fabrication setting.
• Ability to follow structured work instructions and quality procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled facility that emphasizes safety, organization, and quality. The environment supports consistent processes, clear documentation, and strong EHS practices, giving you the opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to reliable, high-quality products. You will be part of a team-oriented setting where attention to detail and craftsmanship are valued.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a clean, climate-controlled production facility designed to support consistent insulation fabrication and installation. You will regularly use hand tools and power tools, along with adhesives, bands, and jacketing materials, to complete insulation work on shells, heads, and piping. The role requires standing and walking for 8–10 hours per shift and regularly lifting materials up to 35 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 50 lbs. The facility maintains strict environmental, health, and safety standards, including adherence to respirator fit tests and the use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, sleeves, and appropriate cutting tools.A

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.

Company Description

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.