**Job Title: Mechanical Assembler** **Job Description** Reads work orders, follows production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed. The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling and securing parts in place using various methods, installing subassemblies and modules into racks, and performing intermediate assembly tasks such as wiring servers and mechanical assembly. This position also involves performing online testing and inspection to ensure parts meet production specifications, setting up stations with correct documents and components, and handling/installing components on designated locations. **Responsibilities** + Crimp, stake, screw, bolt, rivet, weld, solder, cement, press fit, or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place. + Install multi-level subassemblies and modules into racks using complex configurations. + Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets. + Assemble and attach hardware such as caps, clamps, knobs, and switches to assemblies. + Perform intermediate assembly tasks, such as wiring servers and mechanical assembly. + Conduct online go-not-go testing and inspection to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards. + Set up station with the correct documents and components per assembly drawing. + Handle/install polarized/non-polarized components on designated locations on products. + Adjust or trim materials from components to achieve specified electrical requirements or dimensional characteristics. + Assist in performing repair work. + Communicate any process problems with peers, leads, supervisors, and/or engineers. + Perform preventative maintenance on production line equipment. **Essential Skills** + Capable of using torque screwdriver and small hand tools. + Ability to lift up to 10 lbs consistently. + Perform work on a 50-inch elevated platform, two-step ladder, or a 9-step ladder. + Operate pallet jack. + Electromechanical assembly experience preferred. + Ability to follow wire diagrams to perform assembly work. + Attention to detail. + Good computer skills. + Assemble complex units for wiring, connecting different sub-assemblies and nodes into large rack systems. + Assist, instruct, and qualify new operators. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in reading MPIs. + Mechanical assembly using power tools. + Experience with wire harness and wiring techniques. + Ability to perform heavy lifting. + Experience in electronic manufacturing environments. + Familiarity with ESD straps. **Why Work Here?** This is a long-term opportunity in a stable and growing industry. Employees will benefit from working in a supportive environment that values attention to detail and technical skills. The role offers opportunities for skill development and advancement, making it an excellent choice for those looking to build a career in mechanical assembly. **Work Environment** The work environment is an electronic manufacturing setting. Employees will be required to work day shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or swing shifts from 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The role involves working on elevated platforms and using various tools and equipment. ESD straps and other protective equipment are used to ensure safety. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milpitas, California. **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.