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Aerotek Panel Assembly Specialist in Wheeling, West Virginia
Now Hiring! Job Title: Panel Assembly Specialist
Job Description
The Panel Assembly Specialist is responsible for picking parts needed for orders, assembling electrical panels and enclosures, cutting, stripping, and terminating wires, managing inventory, maintaining workspace cleanliness, and communicating with internal customers as needed. This position involves supporting and contributing to efficient workflow within warehouse environments.
Responsibilities
Pick and prepare parts needed for orders.
Assemble electrical panels and enclosures.
Cut, strip, and terminate wires.
Assist with inventory management and conduct cycle counts of electrical components.
Ensure cleanliness and safety of the panel shop.
Maintain excellent customer service and professional correspondence with internal customers.
Read and decipher electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
Use small hand tools for assembly and repair tasks.
Run cables and wires within enclosures.
Understand and work with low voltage power systems.
Process work orders daily, ensuring timeliness and quality control.
Track tools, consumables, and inventory items in panel shops.
Load and unload materials using handling equipment when necessary.
Essential Skills
Experience with electrical panel assembly.
Ability to read and decipher electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
Good understanding of electronic schematics.
Experience using small hand tools.
Ability to run cables and wires within enclosures.
Understanding of low voltage power systems.
Good attention to detail and accuracy.
Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School diploma required.
Minimum one year of relevant manufacturing experience.
NetSuite or similar ERP software experience preferred.
Experience in the Oil and Gas industry is a plus.
Soldering skills are advantageous.
Strong organizational skills.
Integrity, strong work ethic, and dedication to results.
Superior written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Work Here?
Become a part of an industry leader in industrial automation products and solutions, rooted in sustainable and profitable business practices. Growth and profitability create more opportunities for team members. We pride ourselves on anticipating customer needs, and making decisions based on respect, honesty, ethics, accountability, and trust. Embrace our core values of Teamwork, Excellence, Authenticity, Customer First, and Going the Extra Mile.
Work Environment
Work within a small team in a warehouse-type environment where panels are assembled. The role follows a first shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, WV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Wheeling,WV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 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.