Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembly Technician works in a manufacturing environment assembling machine components by following detailed prints and standard operating procedures. This role involves hands-on mechanical work with hand and power tools, collaborating with a team to build subassemblies, and coordinating with material handlers to obtain required parts. The position requires consistent, precise assembly work, with most components taking approximately 45 minutes to one hour to complete.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machine components by following mechanical prints and documented procedures.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to build and fasten components.
• Work as part of a team to build and integrate different subcomponents into complete assemblies.
• Collaborate with material handlers to pick and stage required parts and materials for each build.
• Follow written instructions and directions accurately to ensure proper assembly and quality.
• Handle and move parts and assemblies, including lifting items up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Meet established build times, typically completing each component in approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines within the manufacturing environment.
• Inspect assembled components for accuracy and quality, and make basic adjustments or corrections when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of assembly or mechanical aptitude experience, such as building cars or working in a mechanical trade.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical prints or follow detailed written directions.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working with mechanical components.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience using hand tools and basic power tools in an assembly or mechanical setting.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions consistently.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate and high-quality assembly work.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable organization with a strong backlog of work and a track record of retaining employees rather than implementing layoffs. The company operates with a family-owned culture that values long-term relationships and a supportive atmosphere. Team members enjoy seasonal cookouts during the summer, fostering a sense of community and appreciation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean manufacturing facility operating Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You may stay late on weekdays and occasionally work about four hours on a Saturday, with no Sunday work. You can expect approximately 5 to 10 hours of overtime per week, depending on workload. The facility is clean and equipped with fans for air circulation, but it is not fully climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. Work is hands-on and shop-floor based, using standard hand and power tools in a production assembly setting.

This is a Contract position based out of Michigan City, IN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Michigan City,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.