Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: Assembler Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Assembler to join our team in assembling forklifts, pallet trucks, or masts. You will use blueprints, schematics, or verbal direction to perform your tasks. Your role will include operating an overhead crane to move larger parts or equipment, performing functional tests and inspections to ensure product quality, assembling sub-assemblies and wiring harnesses, and maintaining a clean and orderly work station.

Responsibilities

• Assemble forklifts, pallet trucks, or masts using blueprints, schematics, or verbal instructions.

• Operate overhead crane to move larger parts or equipment.

• Perform functional tests and inspections to ensure product quality before delivery to the final inspection area.

• Assemble sub-assemblies, wiring harnesses, and various parts of the forklift.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work station at all times.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of mechanical assembly experience.

• Experience in automotive installation or repair with hands-on wrench turning.

• Strong knowledge of hand and power tools.

• Production experience in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience as an Automotive Technician in installation, repair, or assembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Automobile or truck mechanic experience preferred.

• Proficient computer skills required.

• Attention to detail and quality a must.

• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills.

• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime on short notice.

• Ability to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a climate-controlled environment with long-term growth opportunities, as we plan to hire 400 people in the next two years. Benefit from quarterly bonuses, paid holidays, and milestone bonuses at 6 and 12 months. We offer annual raises and a direct placement position.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a climate-controlled facility with a structured shift schedule. The primary shift is Monday to Thursday from 6 am to 4:30 pm, with the opportunity for overtime on Fridays and Saturdays from 6 am to 2:30 pm. There is also a second shift available from Monday to Thursday, 2 pm to 12:30 am, with no overtime. The role requires standing for the entire shift and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Summerville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Summerville,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 25, 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.