Light Assembler| 1st Shift| 17$ - 20$/hr.!!

Now Hiring: Production Technician/Light Assembler

The Production Technician assembles small electronic and mechanical components using hand tools, following schematic and technical drawings as well as detailed work instructions. This role focuses on cable harness and fiber optic assembly, soldering, and precise measurement verification in a clean, climate-controlled production environment. The technician works closely with a small team to ensure that all parts meet quality and dimensional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small parts and components using hand tools in accordance with schematic and technical drawings, work instructions, and established procedures.
• Build and assemble cable harnesses and fiber optic assemblies, ensuring accurate routing, termination, and labeling.
• Perform soldering tasks on electronic components and connections, applying proper techniques and industry standards.
• Use small screwdrivers and other hand tools to fasten small bolts and hardware to assemblies.
• Interpret and read electrical and mechanical drawings to understand part requirements and assembly steps.
• Verify part dimensions and measurements against drawing requirements using calipers, tape measures, pin gauges, go/no-go gauges, and other measurement devices.
• Operate and use tools and equipment such as wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, heat guns, VOM (volt-ohm meters), cable testers, pull testers, and tape measures.
• Check and validate part compliance using appropriate gauges and test equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform basic computer data entry to record production information, test results, and other relevant data.
• Follow geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices when verifying mechanical features and dimensions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle components carefully to prevent damage.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively within a production team environment to meet schedules and production goals.
• Follow all safety guidelines, work instructions, and quality procedures while handling tools, equipment, and materials.

Essential Skills

• Experience assembling small parts using hand tools in a production or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with cable harness assembly.
• Experience reading and interpreting drawings and work instructions proficiently.
• At least 6 months of experience with tools and soldering.
• Strong attention to detail, supported by references or work history.
• Basic computer skills and general computer data entry knowledge.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to verify measurements and part compliance using calipers, tape measures, pin gauges, and go/no-go gauges.
• General knowledge of common mechanical techniques, including geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices.
• Ability to work effectively within a production team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electronics assembly.
• Experience with fiber optics and fiber optic cable assembly.
• Proficiency using wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, heat guns, VOM, cable testers, pull testers, tape measures, and other common hand tools.
• Comfort working from schematic and technical drawings and translating them into accurate assemblies.
• Ability to document work and test results accurately in basic computer systems.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, close-knit team where collaboration and support are part of everyday work. The facility offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and a stable first-shift schedule, supporting a healthy work-life balance. The organization values precision, quality, and teamwork, providing an environment where your craftsmanship and attention to detail are appreciated and can grow over time.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small business setting of about 20 people, located in a repurposed former ice skating rink that has been converted into a production facility. The workspace is clean and climate controlled, providing a comfortable environment throughout the year. Team members use a variety of production tools and test equipment, including wire strippers, crimpers, solder stations, heat guns, VOMs, cable testers, pull testers, calipers, tape measures, pin gauges, and go/no-go gauges. The dress code is casual, and jeans are acceptable. Employees performing soldering work wear ESD smocks to protect sensitive electronic components. The environment emphasizes teamwork, precision, and adherence to safety and quality procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Johnstown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $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 Johnstown, PA.

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 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 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.