Assembly Lead- 2nd Shift

Production LEAD - Mass Production of Compressors

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Job Type & Location: Contract-to-Hire | Tallahassee, FL

Position Summary

The Lead Production Technician supports compressor assembly operations while serving as a point of contact for a small team on 2nd shift. This role is hands-on and production-focused, balancing mechanical assembly work with basic team leadership, quality oversight, and daily production support. The Lead assists with training, troubleshooting, and workflow coordination to ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily assembly operations for compressor production on 2nd shift
• Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of compressor components and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools
• Serve as a go-to resource for assemblers by answering process questions and assisting with problem-solving
• Ensure team members follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, safety rules, and PPE requirements
• Support training and onboarding of new assemblers and reinforce proper assembly methods
• Monitor quality during production by performing visual inspections and addressing assembly issues as they arise
• Communicate production concerns, material shortages, and quality issues to supervisors and quality personnel
• Coordinate workflow to help meet daily production goals and minimize downtime
• Stage, move, and verify components and finished assemblies are routed correctly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2+ years of experience in assembly or manufacturing, preferably in HVAC or mechanical assembly
• Prior lead, trainer, or informal leadership experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, part fitment, and fasteners
• Ability to read work instructions, diagrams, and production documentation
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Basic computer skills for production tracking, data entry, or inventory systems
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

• Fast-paced compressor manufacturing environment
• Regular exposure to industrial equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks
• Standing, lifting, and repetitive tasks throughout the shift
• Required use of PPE and adherence to safety standards at all times

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tallahassee, FL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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 Tallahassee,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.