Assembler - 1st Shift

Job Title: Production Assembler – Shock Assembly

Job Description

Join a high-energy shock assembly plant where you use hand and power tools to build shocks for off-road and powersports equipment such as ATVs, snowmobiles, side-by-sides, and motorcycles. You work on a fast-paced production line, following written work instructions to assemble high-quality shocks that meet daily output goals.

Responsibilities

• Work on a production assembly line to build shocks from start to finish using written work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform mechanical assembly tasks on shock components and related parts.
• Follow detailed assembly steps to complete each shock within the target build time of approximately 25 minutes.
• Meet or exceed daily production quotas, contributing to a team goal of building up to 700 shocks per day, then 600 per day after March.
• Lift and move parts and finished shocks weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Work at long metal table stations in close quarters with other assemblers while maintaining safe and efficient work habits.
• Use tape measures and other basic measuring tools to verify dimensions and ensure proper fit and alignment of components.
• Perform small motor skill tasks such as stickering, cleaning, and handling small parts with accuracy and care.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including cleaning parts and workstations as needed.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors about work status, issues, and any support needed to meet production goals.
• Follow all safety guidelines when using hand and power tools, and report any equipment or safety concerns promptly.
• Support overtime and extended hours as needed to meet production demands and customer requirements.

Essential Skills

• 3–6 months of previous experience using hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on assembly experience in a production or manufacturing setting, such as production assembler or manufacturing assembler roles.
• Ability to read, write, and speak clearly to understand written work instructions and communicate with the team.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with daily production quotas and time-based assembly targets.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly during the workday.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with mechanical assembly tasks.
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis to support production needs.
• Experience working on an assembly line, including working in close quarters at shared workstations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using tape measures and basic measuring tools to verify part dimensions.
• Experience in general labor within manufacturing or production environments.
• Familiarity with both hand and power tools used for mechanical and assembly work.
• Experience working at long metal table stations on a production line.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks such as applying stickers, cleaning components, and handling small parts.
• Comfort working toward specific output targets, such as building hundreds of units per day.
• Interest in powersports or automotive components and working with products used in ATVs, snowmobiles, side-by-sides, and motorcycles.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing manufacturing operation with a fun, team-oriented culture that continues to evolve under new ownership. The role offers contract-to-hire potential, giving you a clear path to stable, long-term employment. You benefit from consistent work, opportunities for regular overtime, and a workplace that aims to blend high performance with an engaging and enjoyable environment as new processes and culture are implemented.

Work Environment

This role is based on site at a shock manufacturing facility in Riverside, CA, working on a production line with long metal table stations in close quarters with other team members. The environment is fast paced and physically active, with daily quotas and time-based assembly targets. The facility can be very hot, and fans run continuously to help manage temperature and airflow, especially due to the use of power tools. You will spend most of your time standing, using hand and power tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing both mechanical assembly and fine motor tasks. The setting is a typical industrial manufacturing environment focused on safety, productivity, and teamwork.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverside, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Riverside,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

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.

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 in solving 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.