Assembler

IMMEDIATELY HIRING: Manufacturing Associate in Pottstown! Great, Stable Company paying up to $20-$24!!

Job Description

The Manufacturing Associate performs hands-on manufacturing activities, including the production, assembly, soldering, and inspection of cable products and connectors to ensure they meet customer and quality requirements. This role converts raw materials into finished products, builds to standard production rates, and uses both manual tools and computer systems to support high-quality, repeatable manufacturing processes in a clean, organized facility.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and inspect high‑quality cable assemblies by converting raw materials into finished products that meet customer and internal quality standards.
• Read and interpret drawings, job orders, and work instructions to accurately build point‑to‑point cables, connectors, and soldered assemblies.
• Use hand tools, measurement equipment, and computer systems to safely perform assembly, inspections, and required production documentation.
• Conduct in‑process inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy, appearance, and functional performance.
• Cross‑train and support multiple production areas (assembly, UTiFLEX, plating), following all safety, quality, and process guidelines.
• Maintain an organized work area, communicate production status and issues, and contribute to continuous improvement and team success.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with hands‑on soldering and assembly, preferably cable or connector assemblies.
• Skilled with hand tools, basic measurement equipment, and performing in‑process inspections with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable using computer systems for work instructions, documentation, and data entry while following standardized processes.
• Flexible, reliable team player able to cross‑train, adapt to changing priorities, stand for extended periods, and work scheduled shifts or overtime as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using microscopes or magnifiers for detailed assembly, experience with precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Experience with inspection assembly work or quality checks in a production environment.
• Experience supporting machine-based processes, such as those used in UTiFLEX cable manufacturing.
• Any prior soldering certifications are helpful but not required for this role.
• Interest in career growth into inspection, testing, or other advanced manufacturing areas.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, growing manufacturing team that’s delivering its strongest performance in decades. You’ll work in a clean, modern facility with clear communication, defined goals, and a team‑focused culture that values continuous improvement and recognition. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability coverage, HSA, paid time off, and more, along with company events that bring teams together. With clear paths for advancement, including opportunities to move into inspection and testing roles using advanced technology, this is a place to build long‑term skills and a rewarding career.

Work Environment

This is an in‑house manufacturing role in a stable, growing operation with record performance. Employees work in a clean, well‑organized, temperature‑controlled facility with clearly defined workspaces, shared metrics displayed throughout the floor, and a dedicated cafeteria. The operation includes multiple specialized production cells such as machining, plating, assembly, UTiFLEX, inspection, and warehouse, which supports a collaborative team of roughly 115 employees across first and second shifts. New hires train on first shift for 1–3 months before transitioning to their assigned shift. The role may involve standing for extended periods, using hand tools, soldering and measurement equipment, microscopes, and computer systems. Standard manufacturing attire is required, with a strong emphasis on safety, attendance, and reliable shift coverage. Overtime is available as business needs require.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pottstown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Pottstown,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.