Aerotek is hiring: General Production Worker in Newark
Aerotek, Newark, NY, US
Job Description
Production Associates are responsible for performing a range of tasks and processes to assemble electronic components and sub-assemblies. This includes tasks such as soldering, cable assembly, machine operation, final assembly, PCB work, crimping, and ribbon cable assembly. Production Associates must adhere to established methods and procedures to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately, meeting manufacturing schedules with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hand Soldering: Perform hand soldering of wires to electrical connectors and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
- Electromechanical Assembly: Assemble electromechanical components and sub-assemblies, ensuring correct configuration and functionality.
- Assembly Instructions: Read and interpret moderately complex assembly instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
- Documentation: Accurately complete required production documentation, such as assembly logs and quality control forms.
- Machine Operation: Operate production machinery and hand tools to complete assembly tasks.
- Quality Assurance: Inspect work for quality and adherence to production standards. Report any issues or deviations to the supervisor.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area to ensure a safe working environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in hand soldering and assembly processes.
- Experience with general assembly, including the use of hand tools (e.g., wire strippers, crimpers).
- Basic understanding of printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to read and follow assembly instructions and blueprints with precision.
- Communication Skills: Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: Entry-level, though prior experience in electronics or production environments is a plus. On-the-job training will be provided.
Additional Skills (Nice-to-Have):
- Experience with surface-mount technology (SMT).
- Familiarity with electromechanical assembly.
- Knowledge of cleanroom or controlled environment procedures.
- Previous experience with PCB assembly or soldering.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP):
- Modern Facility: Join a new, state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled facility with a supportive team environment.
- Career Development: Cross-training and growth opportunities within the company, including soldering tests and advanced training for future roles.
- Employee Engagement: Active employee feedback program—suggestions are welcomed, and the General Manager responds within 24 hours.
- Competitive Compensation: Regular wage reviews, opportunities for pay increases based on performance, and shift differentials for second shift workers.
- Work Environment: Clean, safe, and organized with over 550 employees and modern production lines.
Compensation:
- Hourly Rate: $17-$19 per hour, based on experience.
- Shift Differential: 10% for 2nd shift.
Work Schedule:
- 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
- 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 2:30 pm - 1:00 am (with 10% shift differential)
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.