Job Title: 1st Shift Assembly Operator

Job Description

We are searching for a 1st shift Assembly Operator to help support our production staff. The ideal candidate will perform tasks related to assembling work in progress (WIP) parts to produce finished goods (FG) through various processes including sonic welding, heat staking, gluing, inserting screws, and other assembly processes to meet customer and ISO standards. This role includes inspecting, labeling, milling, routing, punching, sanding, inserting, making, and packaging of plastic parts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, label, mill, route, punch, sand, insert, make, and package plastic parts.

• Document production and scrap on daily sheets, including labels, production tags, and hourly rate sheets.

• Report defects or issues to the supervisor.

• Work safely at all times and comply with OSHA standards.

• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the shift supervisor or management.

Essential Skills

• Basic communication skills, both oral and written.

• Basic math skills.

• Ability to understand and retain directions well.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma.

• Previous experience in injection molding or manufacturing assemblies.

• Experience in assembly, machine shop, or production environments.

• G-code editing and/or experience working with presses.

Why Work Here?

We offer a supportive work environment with numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities and opportunities for growth. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off and holiday pay, a monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify), a 401(k) investment plan with an employer match of up to 4%, an education support program, safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement, referral bonuses, and a bonus plan for all full-time employees. We value safety, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite with a schedule of Monday to Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm. The work environment regularly exposes employees to moving mechanical parts, occasional high places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and frequent vibration. The noise level is usually moderate and may require hearing protection in specific locations. Employees are required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel, talk or hear, walk and stand for long periods, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally sit. Employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In some roles, wearing a respirator or ear plugs may be necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $45000.00/yr.

Cadrex provides health care benefits - including dental and vision, 401k matching, PTO, competitive compensation packages, job training, leadership development programs, and more.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chippewa Falls,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025.

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.