Job Title: Water Spider – Assembly Support
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Water Spider to keep assembly line operators continuously supplied with parts, tools, and materials so they never have to leave their workstations. In this hands-on support role, you will assist operators across multiple assembly lines, coordinate parts, and help maintain smooth production flow. Candidates with at least 6 months of manufacturing or assembly experience are preferred.
Responsibilities
+ Perform continuous material and parts replenishment across assembly lines to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
+ Install and deliver required tools, pneumatic equipment, and components to workstations as needed.
+ Carry out support tasks including coordinating parts, testing, packaging, and moving unit assemblies between stations.
+ Utilize work process instructions to set up, monitor, and organize materials across 1314 assembly lines.
+ Collaborate with production team members and line operators to report workflow issues and ensure continuous floor operation.
Essential Skills
+ 6+ months of prior production experience in a manufacturing or assembly-based position.
+ Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools, including pneumatic wrenches, drills, and torque guns.
+ Experience with reading and understanding work process instructions and production documentation.
+ Knowledgeable in basic quality inspection principles and proper handling of oil-lubricated hydraulic components.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Ability to lift required parts, tools, and components safely across the shop floor.
+ Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform repetitive tasks at a consistent pace.
+ Familiarity with rotating assembly stations and collaborating within a large production team.
+ Possession of a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Why Work Here?
+ Join a large, established manufacturing operation with a stable workforce and clearly defined processes. You will have opportunities for continuous learning across multiple assembly stations, working as part of a collaborative team where consistent performance and quality are valued.
Work Environment
+ On-site in a large manufacturing facility with approximately 270290 production employees operating across 1314 assembly lines. The position involves regular exposure to oil-lubricated hydraulic components.
+ Available Shifts: 1st shift (6:00 AM2:00 PM), 2nd shift (2:00 PM10:00 PM), and 3rd shift (10:00 PM6:00 AM).
+ Dress Code: Steel-toed boots, jeans, a t-shirt, and protective gloves for safe handling of components.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AMES, IA.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 – $20.70/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)
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AMES, IA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in AMES,IA.
**About Aerotek**
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.