**Job Title: Mechanical Assembler** **Job Description** The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for performing technical duties related to the manufacturing of driveshafts. This role involves operating various mechanical equipment, using hand tools, and ensuring the quality and productivity of the work performed. **Responsibilities** + Operate mechanical equipment such as cut-off saws, welders, hydraulic presses, and balancers. + Use hand tools to assemble driveshafts, ensuring all components are correctly fitted and secured. + Utilize measuring devices, including tape measures and calipers, to ensure precision in assembly. + Follow verbal and written instructions to interpret work orders and dimensional information. + Perform testing and troubleshooting to ensure the driveshafts meet quality standards. + Utilize production systems via computers, tablets, and scanners to track and manage workflow. + Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or team leads. + Continuously seek ways to improve processes and contribute to team goals. + Maintain a clean and safe work environment. + Utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed. + Follow all safety protocols and guidelines. **Essential Skills** + High School Diploma or equivalent. + Ability to operate or learn to operate small hand tools. + Ability to read work orders and instructions to perform effectively. + Ability to properly lift, pack, stack, and wrap up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. + Good organizational, communication, and math skills. + Basic mechanical skills with machinery and tools. + Basic computer skills, including internet and scanning systems. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with packaging, production, and inspection. + Knowledge of hand and power tools, mechanical assembly, and pneumatic tools. + Experience in an assembly line environment. + Ability to interpret blueprints and work orders. **Why Work Here?** Join a globally recognized company with a nearly $2B revenue and 3,500+ contributors across 28 sites worldwide. Benefit from a brand-new facility, generous paternity leave of 30 days, and a culture that promotes from within. Take advantage of training opportunities on Microsoft and other computer applications. Enjoy on-site events, a kickball team, lunch with the President, and amenities like a basketball hoop. **Work Environment** Work in a non-climate controlled production environment. Weekday shift is Monday-Thursday, 6:00AM-4:30PM. Weekend shift is Friday-Sunday, 6:00AM-6:30PM. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.75 Opportunity for full benefits **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 2024. **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.