Job Description

Assembler / Production Associate

We are hiring reliable Assemblers / Production Associates to support hands-on production and assembly operations. This role is well suited for individuals with assembly, construction, manufacturing, or general labor experience who enjoy working with tools, following instructions, and producing high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform product assembly tasks from start to finish
• Use hand and power tools to assemble components accurately
• Read and follow production lists, work instructions, and standard processes
• Identify correct materials and components required for each build
• Inspect work at each stage to ensure quality standards are met
• Communicate material shortages, defects, or quality issues to the team
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Lift, move, and position materials as needed
• Perform repetitive tasks and physical activity throughout the shift

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, production, construction, or general labor environments
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
• Ability to read and use a tape measure
• Basic reading and math skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical or mechanical assembly experience
• Experience reading blueprints or detailed work instructions
• Comfort using saws, drills, nail or staple guns, and similar tools

Work Environment

• Manufacturing or production setting
• Facility temperature may vary depending on season or location
• Steel-toe footwear required
• Personal protective equipment required and provided
• Flexible, practical dress code appropriate for hands-on work

Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here

• Established operation offering long-term stability
• Competitive benefits and retirement options when eligible
• Opportunities for overtime and advancement
• Skill development and defined career growth paths
• Team-oriented culture focused on quality, safety, and reliability

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.

The pay range for this position is $22.20 - $22.20/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Dubuque,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.

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