Assembly Technician

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Assembly Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled Assembly Technician to join our team and contribute to the assembly and tooling of new and used packaging equipment. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong documentation and troubleshooting skills, as well as a proficiency in using various measuring devices and machine shop tools. Responsibilities Assemble and tool new and used packaging equipment. Utilize measuring devices such as tape measures, sound and temperature sensors. Apply shop math skills for accurate machine assembly. Document machine assembly details, as built specifications, and correct assembly Bills of Material. Troubleshoot and perform machine center-lining, requiring diagnostic skills from experience with packaging equipment. Use hand drills and basic machine shop tools including lathe, milling machine, hand grinders, hand polishing, sheet metal break, and sheet metal shear. Repair and troubleshoot pneumatic components. Apply basic electrical skills, including reading simple schematic/wiring diagrams. Perform basic tig welding. Conduct set up and change-over of packaging machines. Understand mechanical working principles of packaging machines and equipment. Essential Skills Proficiency in assembly and tooling of packaging equipment. Experience with measuring devices and shop math. Strong documentation skills. Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Familiarity with machine shop tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications Basic electrical skills with schematic/wiring diagrams. Basic tig welding experience. Previous experience with packaging machine set up and change-over. Knowledge of pneumatic components. High school diploma required; technical school or some college preferred. Why Work Here? Join a global company that offers upward mobility and relocation opportunities, providing a platform for career growth and advancement. Work Environment Work in a manufacturing environment equipped with state-of-the-art bottling technologies. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfield, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Fairfield,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.