Job Information
Aerotek Entry-Level Mechanical Assembler in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mechanical Assembler – 1st Shift | No Prior Experience Required
Start your manufacturing career with a stable, family‑owned company that’s hiring now.
We’re looking for dependable, hands-on individuals to join our team assembling high-quality cash drawers in a clean, modern manufacturing facility. If you’re comfortable using basic hand tools and enjoy working with your hands, we’ll train you.
This is a fast-paced, team-based role with steady hours, overtime opportunities, and excellent benefits —perfect for entry-level candidates looking to grow in manufacturing.
What You’ll Be Doing
Assemble cash drawers on an assembly line using clear work instructions
Use hand tools, drills, screw guns, and basic measuring tools
Read and follow work orders, diagrams, and process sheets
Inspect and test completed assemblies to ensure quality
Rotate between assembly stations every two hours to keep work engaging
Support the team by helping where needed to meet production goals
What We’re Looking For
Comfortable using basic hand tools (on-the-job training provided)
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Ability to stand and work on your feet throughout the shift
Reliable attendance and a positive, team-focused attitude
✅ No prior manufacturing experience required
✅ Construction, DIY, or hands-on experience is a plus—but not required
Why You’ll Want This Job
Entry-level friendly – we train you
Stable, family-owned company with long-term opportunities
Clean, generally air‑conditioned facility
Job rotation for variety (no standing in one spot all day)
Plenty of hours available with overtime opportunity
Benefits & Perks
401(k) with 100% company match up to 7.5%
Automatic 3% enrollment (you can adjust or opt out anytime)
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, or personal time)
Paid major holidays + two floating holidays
Paid birthday off
Supportive culture that values work‑life balance
Schedule & Work Environment
1st shift : Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm
Overtime available:
Weekdays starting at 5:00am
Saturdays: 5:00am–1:30pm
Modern manufacturing plant (generally clean and air-conditioned)
Tobacco‑free facility
Standing role; some stations allow sitting on a stool
If you’re looking for a dependable job where you can learn, work with your hands, and grow, apply today—we’re hiring quickly.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 26, 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.