Machine Assembler

Aerotek
Saint Paul, MN

Machine Assembler | $23-27/hour

Build Custom Machines. Grow Your Career.

We’re looking for a skilled Machine Assembler to join our team and help build high‑quality, custom machinery from the ground up. If you enjoy hands‑on work, solving mechanical challenges, and seeing a project come together from start to finish, this is a great opportunity in a stable, growing shop.

What You’ll Do

Assembly & Build
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and assembly documents
  • Assemble, install, and align mechanical and electrical components
  • Perform mechanical and basic electrical wiring and connections
  • Fabricate parts as needed using shop equipment (mills, lathes, saws)
  • Work with welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems
Problem‑Solving & Quality
  • Troubleshoot assembly or performance issues during machine builds
  • Identify root causes and implement practical solutions
  • Collaborate with engineering to clarify specifications and improve processes
  • Ensure machines operate safely, accurately, and meet quality standards
Tools, Equipment & Safety
  • Use hand tools, power tools, cranes, and specialty assembly equipment
  • Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment safely
  • Follow all safety procedures and wear provided PPE

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills
  • Proven experience building custom machines
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with mechanical assembly and basic electrical wiring
  • Comfortable working in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely
Preferred Qualifications
  • 2‑year technical degree (nice to have)
  • Experience with welding, hydraulics, and pneumatics
  • Familiarity with mills, lathes, and saws
  • Forklift experience
  • High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
  • Holiday pay, even during contract‑to‑hire periods
  • Overtime opportunities:
    • Time‑and‑a‑half on Saturdays
    • Double time on Sundays
  • Structured training with clear paths for skill development and pay increases
  • PPE provided at no cost
  • Strong growth potential as the facility expands—opportunities to advance into leadership

Work Environment

  • Clean, well‑lit, and organized manufacturing facility
  • Close‑knit team of 25 employees across shop and office
  • Hands‑on shop work using cranes, assembly tools, and machine shop equipment
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Safety‑focused, professional, and team‑oriented environment
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 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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