Unit Builder Outdoor 1st Shift

Job Title: Assembly Technician Outdoor Final Assembly

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling large units in an outdoor, production-plant environment by following dimensional drawings, safety standards, and quality procedures. You will rotate between multiple workstations, use hand and power tools to complete casing, wiring, and sub-assembly mating, and accurately record completed processes while supporting a team-driven operation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble units according to dimensional drawings, safety requirements, and established quality methods.

• Follow instructions from the group leader to perform a variety of assembly tasks across multiple workstations.

• Use hand and power tools such as pneumatic impact tools, pliers, and wrenches to complete assigned tasks.

• Perform casing and wiring activities as part of the final assembly process.

• Conduct sub-assembly mating to ensure components fit and function correctly.

• Recognize errant or nonconforming parts and promptly report issues to the appropriate personnel.

• Accurately record completed processes and maintain documentation as required.

• Move between several workstations throughout the shift to support production needs.

• Lift and handle materials and components, including repetitive lifting of items up to 50 lbs, while following safe lifting practices.

• Use all assigned personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times and follow all safety procedures.

• Maintain excellent attendance, a positive attitude, and a strong team-oriented approach.

• Adapt to changes in tasks, priorities, and processes in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing assembly work in a production, manufacturing, or general labor environment.

• Ability to read and follow provided drawings and basic dimensional information.

• Proficiency using hand tools and basic power tools, including pneumatic impact tools, pliers, wrenches, and tape measures.

• Capability to perform repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs safely.

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and perform stooping and other physical movements required in a large plant environment.

• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in a nontemperature-controlled environment.

• Flexibility and openness to change in tasks and priorities.

• Strong team orientation and willingness to support coworkers across multiple workstations.

• Demonstrated excellent attendance and a consistently positive attitude.

• Commitment to using all assigned PPE and following safety procedures at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in large-scale or final assembly environments is beneficial.

• Comfort working around cranes, trucks, and large equipment used to move and load completed units.

• Strong initiative to learn new tasks, tools, and processes.

• Attention to detail when identifying and reporting errant parts and recording completed processes.

• Ability to work mandatory overtime as required, including Fridays and Saturdays on the same shift.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that can include paid vacation, 401(k), health, dental, vision, and life insurance, flexible spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks. The organization is recognized as an employer of choice in the local area and offers long-term, stable employment with opportunities to learn new skills, grow within a hands-on environment, and contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture.

Work Environment

This position operates in a large plant environment with final assembly performed outdoors on the dock, where cranes and trucks load very large units. The work setting is nontemperature-controlled and literally out in the elements, so you should expect exposure to varying weather conditions throughout the year. You will work primarily on 1st shift, from approximately 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with mandatory Friday and Saturday work currently on the same shift schedule. The role requires standing and walking for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs (both repetitive and non-repetitive), and stooping as needed. Proper use of assigned PPE is required at all times to ensure safety in this active, industrial environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grenada, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grenada, MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grenada,MS.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.