Heavy Assembler III

Job Title: Heavy Assembler III

Job Description

The Heavy Assembler III works as part of a small team to build large industrial radiators used in warehouses, production facilities, and data centers. This role involves assembling radiator components and full units using hand and power tools, operating overhead cranes and lifts, and performing leak tests to ensure product quality. The position requires strong mechanical assembly experience, the ability to work at heights, and a focus on safety and precision in a busy fabrication and assembly shop.

Responsibilities

• Assemble various parts and complete industrial radiators in teams of 1–3, following work instructions and specifications.
• Use hand tools and power tools to securely build and fasten radiator components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints and related documentation to ensure accurate assembly of parts and full radiator units.
• Climb onto large radiators using ladders or scissor lifts to perform assembly tasks at height in a safe and controlled manner.
• Operate overhead cranes to lift, position, and move heavy components and completed radiators within the assembly area.
• Perform leak tests on completed radiators to verify quality, identify issues, and ensure units meet required standards.
• Work across multiple assembly areas that build both component parts and complete radiators, adapting to different setups and processes.
• Measure and verify components using a tape measure to maintain dimensional accuracy and alignment.
• Follow all safety procedures when using tools, cranes, ladders, and lifts, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with the Assembly Supervisor and team members to meet production goals and support new product focus areas, including radiators for data centers.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 years of mechanical assembly experience in an industrial or similar environment.
• At least 6 years of experience using power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency in reading and using a tape measure accurately.
• Experience operating an overhead crane to lift and move heavy components.
• Comfort working at heights using ladders and scissor lifts.
• A minimum of 18 months of continuous tenure with one employer within the past 5 years, demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail in assembly work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in an assembly and fabrication shop environment.
• Assembling large industrial equipment or heavy mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with leak testing procedures or quality checks on fluid systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing production priorities, including a growing focus on radiators for data centers.
• Strong safety mindset when working with cranes, lifts, and heavy components.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a clear and structured path for pay progression, with multiple opportunities for raises over your first two years based on your continued employment and performance. You join a stable operation with a clean and organized facility and a growing business focus on radiators for data centers, providing long-term project visibility and job security. The schedule offers consistent first-shift hours Monday through Friday, supporting work–life balance. You will work in an environment that values skill, reliability, and teamwork, with direct support from an experienced Assembly Supervisor. Starting pay of $23/hr.

Work Environment

This role is based in an assembly and fabrication shop focused on building industrial radiators for warehouses, production facilities, and data centers. The facility is clean and organized, with defined assembly areas dedicated to component and full-unit builds. The position operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The environment is not temperature controlled and can become hot during the summer months, so candidates should be comfortable working in varying temperatures. You will regularly use hand and power tools, overhead cranes, ladders, and scissor lifts, and you will report to an Assembly Supervisor while collaborating closely with a small team on the shop floor.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of KENOSHA, WI.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 KENOSHA,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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.