Senior Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Assembly Technician

Location: Santa Clara, CA 95050
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: $28.00/hour
Position Type: Temporary with potential for permanent placement
Openings: 1

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented  Senior Assembly Technician to join our assembly and modification team in Santa Clara. This position is responsible for assembling, electrically testing, troubleshooting, inspecting, and performing quality control on electromechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, experience reading complex schematics and engineering drawings, and a strong attention to detail. Experience in electromechanical assembly, quality control, inventory management, or warehouse operations is highly desirable.

Important: This position has  no driving responsibilities . Workers selected for this role are not permitted to perform any driving responsibilities during the assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and accurately interpret engineering drawings, schematics, bills of material, and work instructions.
• Assemble electromechanical products and sub-assemblies according to detailed instructions.
• Perform electrical testing, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and electrical testing equipment.
• Utilize tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauge pins, multimeters, and HiPot testers.
• Perform wire cutting, unpacking, repacking, and other assembly-related tasks.
• Calculate required parameters and test finished products according to established procedures.
• Inspect incoming parts for dimensional, geometrical, tolerance, and visual requirements.
• Verify finished products and quantities against work orders.
• Properly package completed products for shipment.
• Document and control non-conforming materials.
• Receive incoming materials from vendors, customers, and other warehouses.
• Assist with inventory management and material handling.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation and support ISO certification requirements and audits.
• Participate in required ISO training.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in assembly, quality control, or inventory management .
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, schematics, bills of material, and standing instructions.
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft products and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Preferred

• Technical school or technical training.
• Electromechanical assembly experience.
• Experience with electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Warehouse, packaging, or material-handling experience.
• Experience with forklift/PIT equipment is a plus.

Tools & Equipment

You may work with:

• Hand and power tools
• Micrometers and calipers
• Gauge pins
• Multimeters
• HiPot testers
• Computer and warehouse management systems
• Standard assembly and testing equipment

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Steel-toed work boots are required.
• Must be able to frequently walk and move throughout the work area.
• Must be comfortable using hands for assembly, tools, equipment, and computer work.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, or balance.
• Must be able to frequently handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds .
• Occasional exposure to electrical hazards and potentially dangerous equipment.
• Must follow all safety procedures when working with electrical testing equipment and machinery.
• Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled assembly professional looking for $28/hour, a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, and the potential to transition from temporary to permanent employment .

Pay Rate: $28.00/hour
Schedule: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday
Temporary-to-Permanent Opportunity
Electromechanical Assembly Experience Preferred
No Driving Responsibilities

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