Assembler - $25/hr - Urgent Hiring - START ASAP

Assembler

The Assembler will build precision fiber cable assemblies by measuring, cutting, and routing small colored wires into connectors while following detailed blueprints and work instructions. This role focuses on highly accurate, hands-on work with very small components, using microscopes or projection scopes as needed to ensure each connection meets quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and prepare fiber cable according to detailed blueprints or enlarged work instructions.
• Place prepared fiber cables into clips and fixtures to support accurate assembly.
• Feed small, color-coded wires through connectors in the precise order required, ensuring perfect accuracy of placement.
• Apply a small, controlled drop of epoxy to the assembled wires and pull them through to create a complete coating over the entire surface.
• Place assemblies into curing devices to properly dry and set the epoxy coating.
• Run assembled units through a final polishing stage to meet quality and performance specifications.
• Test completed assemblies to verify that all connections function correctly and meet established standards.
• Use small hand tools, microscopes, or projection scopes to handle and inspect very small parts during assembly.
• Follow clean room protocols and maintain a tidy, organized work area to support high-quality production.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions to perform assembly tasks accurately and consistently.
• Work collaboratively with team members to learn new processes and contribute suggestions for process improvements.
• Adapt to evolving procedures in a new and rapidly growing division, helping refine workflows to make them smoother, quicker, and more efficient.
• Meet production, quality, and safety expectations while maintaining attention to detail in repetitive, fine-motor tasks.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 1+ year of manufacturing experience, preferably in small parts assembly or medical device assembly.
• Experience working with very small components, such as guidewires, catheters, or fine wiring assemblies.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to understand instructions and collaborate with the team.
• Ability to accurately distinguish and work with different wire colors, ensuring correct placement and order.
• Microscope experience or the ability and comfort to perform detailed work under a microscope or projection scope.
• Proficiency using small hand tools for precision assembly tasks.
• High level of manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle delicate parts without damage.
• Consistent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, defect-free assemblies.
• Ability to work productively in a clean room environment and follow established procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in medical assembly, catheter assembly, wire assembly, or electronics assembly.
• Familiarity with epoxy application, curing processes, and polishing of small assemblies.
• Experience in production environments that require precise wiring and connector assembly.
• Comfort working in a new, rapidly growing division where processes and workflows may evolve.
• Willingness to provide feedback and suggestions to improve processes and efficiency.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support overtime needs when required, including occasional Fridays.
• Interest in long-term growth opportunities into lead, supervisory, quality, or other advanced roles.

Why Work Here?

You will join a new and rapidly growing division in a recently renovated facility, offering significant opportunities for quick advancement as the team expands. Early team members have the chance to help shape processes and influence how the operation develops, creating a strong pathway into lead, supervisory, quality, and other career tracks. The organization supports overall wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation and time off, educational assistance, and may also offer infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance, subject to plan eligibility. The culture emphasizes enabling employees and their families to live fulfilling, healthy lives and focuses on flexibility to support individual work and personal needs, fostering an environment where people can do their best work and grow their careers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.76/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 Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 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 meets 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.

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.