General Production Worker

Job Title: Assembler

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hr+

Location: Newark, NY

1st and 2nd shift openings!

Responsibilities

• Hand soldering of wires to electrical connectors and PCBs.
• Assemble electromechanical assemblies as required.
• Review and complete required production documentation.
• Read and understand moderately complex assembly instructions.
• Comprehend written and verbal assignments.
• Inspect own work to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general labor, and assembly.
• Proficiency in soldering and using hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform electronic assembly.
• Familiarity with cleanroom and surface-mount technology.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a brand new facility with new lighting, a cafeteria, and a climate-controlled environment. Benefit from annual wage reviews and adjustments, and engage in employee events such as on-site petting zoos. Employee feedback is highly encouraged and acted upon, with a suggestion/feedback program in place for direct responses from the General Manager within 24 hours. Cross-training is encouraged, and there are opportunities for advancement with on-site soldering tests and training.

Work Environment

This role offers 6 openings on the 1st shift, Monday-Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, and 4 openings on the 2nd shift for SMT, Monday-Thursday from 2:30 pm to 1:00 am. Work in a 154,000 square feet temperature-controlled facility with over 550 people on site and 7 SMT lines.

This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, NY.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/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 Newark,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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.