POC Assembler

POC Assembler - Naperville, IL

7AM-3:30PM MONDAY-FRIDAY

$20/hr+

Job Description

The POC Assembler plays a key role in fine, hands-on assembly within a clean, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position involves following detailed written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision, performing precise assembly tasks, troubleshooting basic issues, and participating in technical discussions related to product and POC assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform fine hand assembly operations involving multiple tasks at low production volumes while maintaining high quality standards.
• Follow detailed written and verbal assembly instructions with precision to ensure products meet defined quality and control requirements.
• Adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment and shift between production work and new product development activities as needed.
• Operate hand presses, small machines, and machine/human interfaces safely and efficiently.
• Use basic troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve routine assembly issues and ensure smooth production flow.
• Read and interpret technical prints and follow control plans to perform accurate measurements and checks.
• Support cross-training initiatives by assisting in other areas of the plant when needed and contributing to a flexible team environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months of assembly experience in a manufacturing or similar hands-on environment.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Capability to perform fine hand assembly work and repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive work for 8–10 hours per shift.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve basic assembly and process issues.
• Ability to read technical prints and take basic measurements in alignment with control plans.
• Experience using hand tools and operating small machines or hand presses.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to be cross-trained and support multiple areas of the plant.
• Basic understanding of electrical assembly, wiring, and soldering processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a cleanroom, lab, or controlled manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Comfort participating in technical discussions related to product and assembly processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality and productivity.
• Interest in learning new technologies and processes, including fiber-related manufacturing.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, growing organization with a strong track record and long-tenured production teams, creating clear opportunities for advancement as the business expands and experienced employees retire. The company invests in new areas such as fiber production, offering cross-training and skill development across multiple departments. You can build a long-term career in an environment that values growth, continuous learning, and internal mobility.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility designed for comfort and consistency. All departments operate in dedicated lab or cleanroom areas, supporting high-quality, precision work. You will work around hand presses, small machines, and machine/human interfaces, performing standing and repetitive tasks for 8–10 hours per shift. The environment emphasizes organization, cleanliness, and adherence to structured processes, supporting both production and new product development activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Naperville, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Naperville,IL.

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.