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Aerotek Hiring Assembler / Manufacturing In Kansas City, KS - APPLY ASAP !!! in Kansas City, Kansas
Job Title: Assembler
Job Description
This role offers the opportunity to join and help build a growing organization while working hands-on with heavy-duty electric trucks. As an Assembler, you apply your mechanical aptitude and prior automotive or electrical assembly line experience to tear down and assemble complex vehicles by following detailed work instructions and engineering drawings. You work safely, embrace new technologies and ideas, and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Perform tear down and assembly of heavy-duty electric trucks by following detailed work instructions and engineering drawings.
Use hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to assemble mechanical and electrical components accurately and efficiently.
Ensure the consistent implementation of quality procedures to meet product specifications and standards.
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others.
Identify defects in product or workmanship, take corrective actions, and communicate issues promptly to the appropriate team members.
Inspect completed work to verify proper assembly and functionality of components and systems.
Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area throughout the shift.
Collaborate with team members in a positive, team-oriented manner to meet production goals and deadlines.
Demonstrate initiative and leadership by proactively addressing problems, suggesting improvements, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Train on first shift as required, regardless of eventual assigned shift, and apply training consistently in daily work.
Essential Skills
Previous experience in automotive or electrical assembly line work, such as semi tractors, heavy equipment, farm equipment, or terminal trucks.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work confidently with mechanical and electrical assemblies.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and work instructions.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly as part of daily tasks.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to follow instructions and collaborate with the team.
Commitment to adhering to all policies and procedures, including safety and quality standards.
Ability to embrace and learn new technologies and ideas in a dynamic environment.
Can-do attitude with a team-oriented mindset, demonstrating initiative, maturity, and reliability.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hands-on experience with hand tools and power tools in a production or assembly environment.
Mechanical assembly experience, including working with complex vehicle or equipment systems.
Ability to perform general labor tasks associated with assembly and teardown activities.
Basic understanding of electrical components and wiring in an industrial or automotive setting.
Comfort working from blueprints and technical documentation.
Demonstrated leadership traits, including taking ownership of tasks and supporting team success.
Why Work Here?
You join a growing organization where your work directly contributes to building innovative heavy-duty electric vehicles. The environment values a can-do attitude, teamwork, and initiative, giving you the chance to influence processes and grow your skills as the company evolves. You work with new technologies and ideas in a setting that emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, offering a meaningful and hands-on career path.
Work Environment
This position is based in a production and assembly environment focused on heavy-duty electric trucks. You work with hand tools, power tools, and other mechanical and electrical equipment while following detailed work instructions and engineering drawings. The role involves standing for extended periods, performing physical tasks, and lifting up to 75 pounds. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization, with a strong focus on maintaining a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift. Training takes place on first shift, and you must be able to accommodate this training schedule regardless of your eventual assigned shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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.