Assembler

Aerotek

Caldwell, ID, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Manufacturing

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Assembler

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling custom fiber optic bundles and related components in a clean, controlled production environment. You will work with small parts, follow detailed work instructions, and help ensure that high-quality products move smoothly through various stages of manufacturing. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy mechanically challenging tasks, can concentrate on complex, repetitive work, and are eager to learn new skills in fiber optics and electronic assemblies.

Responsibilities

Assemble connector components by putting together plastic housings, terminals, pins, and locking elements according to standard operating procedures.
Build cable assemblies by attaching connectors to cables, crimping terminals, inserting wires into connectors, and testing electrical continuity.
Assemble wire harnesses by bundling multiple wires into organized harnesses used in vehicles, appliances, industrial machines, and electronic equipment.
Perform fiber-optic assembly by preparing and connecting fiber-optic cables used in telecommunications and data centers.
Clean and inspect products to ensure they are ready for the final stage of processing and meet quality standards.
Prepare products, in coordination with team members, for various stages of processing in production.
Maintain a clean, organized work area to support production start-up and ensure consistent product quality.
Log products in and out as they move through your area, accurately documenting quality concerns and any product that does not meet customer criteria.
Crimp terminals onto wires using appropriate tools and techniques.
Insert terminals into connector housings, ensuring secure and accurate placement.
Build cable assemblies and wire harnesses using hand tools and assembly equipment.
Operate assembly equipment and test products to verify proper function and quality.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) when assembling fiber optics and related components.
Use a microscope to inspect product surfaces and identify defects or irregularities.
Support higher-level assembly tasks as you develop skills, including opportunities to learn soldering for printed circuit board assemblies and fine electronic connectors.
Work safely and efficiently in manufacturing, industrial, lab, or similar environments while meeting production and quality targets.

Essential Skills

Ability to perform assembly work using hand tools and basic production equipment.
Strong attention to detail when working with small components and complex assemblies.
Comfort working in mechanically challenging roles that require focus and manual dexterity.
Capability to follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and quality guidelines.
Willingness to log and document product movement, quality concerns, and nonconforming items accurately.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to support consistent product quality.
Comfort working in a production, cleanroom, or controlled environment setting.
Readiness to learn soldering, crimping, and higher-level assembly techniques as needed.
Ability to inspect products visually and under a microscope to identify defects.
Reliability and consistency in meeting production goals and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior assembly experience in manufacturing, industrial, military, or laboratory environments.
Experience working on printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies, fine electronic connectors, or prototype and low-volume production.
Exposure to fiber-optic or specialty product assembly.
Familiarity with soldering processes, even at a basic or introductory level.
Experience operating assembly equipment and testing products for electrical continuity.
Experience in general labor, production, or cleanroom operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a collaborative team in a modern, well-organized facility where safety, quality, and continuous learning are highly valued. The organization offers opportunities to develop new technical skills, including advanced assembly and soldering, while working with cutting-edge fiber-optic and electronic technologies. You can grow your career in a supportive environment that emphasizes training, precision, and long-term development.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled production area designed for precision assembly. Team members follow standard operating procedures to assemble fiber optics, cable assemblies, and wire harnesses using hand tools, assembly equipment, and microscopes for detailed inspection. The environment is structured and process-driven, with an emphasis on cleanliness, organization, and adherence to quality standards throughout the production workflow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Caldwell,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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.