Job Details

Assembly Technician

We are seeking an Assembly Technician to join our team in Caldwell, Idaho, specializing in the assembly of custom fiber optic bundles. This role is vital to creating high-quality products that meet our customers' needs. We are looking for individuals with experience in mechanically challenging jobs and a strong focus on complex tasks. However, we also welcome those eager to start their careers in this industry and are willing to learn. If you are passionate about acquiring new skills, possess a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble custom fiber optic bundles following standard operating procedures.
• Inspect and clean products to ensure they are ready for the final stage of processing.
• Prepare products for various stages of production in collaboration with team members.
• Maintain a clean work environment to ensure product quality is maintained.
• Log in and log out products as they move through the production area, documenting any quality concerns and non-compliance with customer criteria.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in assembly and production tasks.
• Experience with hand tools and assembly lines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and general labor tasks.
• Soldering skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous assembly experience is advantageous.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, military, or lab environments.

Why Work Here?

Join us and be part of a team where your skills and growth are prioritized. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of fiber optics while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

Work Environment:

Our Assembly Operators work in a clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled area, following SOPs to assemble fiber optics. You will also operate a microscope to inspect product surfaces, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, Idaho.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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)

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 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 meet 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.