Assembler 3

Build technology that matters, with a team that values quality, precision, and people.

For over 70 years, Milwaukee Electronics has partnered with innovative companies to bring complex electronic products to life. We’re growing, and we’re looking for a skilled Assembler II who takes pride in high-quality workmanship and teamwork.

Work just 3 days a week, and enjoy a 4-day weekend every week!

This position follows a Thursday - Saturday, 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM Day shift schedule.

You’ll work full-time hours in just 3 days, giving you 4 consecutive days off each week to recharge, focus on personal priorities, or simply enjoy more balance.

What this schedule offers:

• Overtime pay for any hours worked over 10 hours in a day

• A consistent, predictable 3-day workweek

• A steady schedule that supports work-life balance

• More time for family, hobbies, or rest with a built-in 4-day weekend every week.

Maximize your time and earnings with a schedule that works as hard as you do!

Position Summary

The Assembler 3 performs advanced printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, box-build assembly, soldering, rework, inspection, and process-support activities. This position also serves as a skilled resource for Assembler 1 and Assembler 2 team members by demonstrating proper techniques, sharing knowledge, and supporting the team’s quality, safety, efficiency, and 6S standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform manual assembly operations, including component insertion, hand assembly, mechanical assembly, soldering, rework, and other electronic assembly processes.

• Build products as directed by the Team Leader or Supervisor while following engineering drawings, work instructions, quality standards, and customer specifications.

• Mentor and support Assembler 1 and Assembler 2 team members by demonstrating proper techniques, answering questions, and helping others develop their skills.

• Share technical knowledge and process expertise in a clear, patient, and approachable manner.

• Provide responsive and professional support when team members need assistance with training, questions, or production needs.

• Communicate process concerns, quality risks, training gaps, and improvement opportunities to the Team Leader, Supervisor, and appropriate support teams.

• Assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving related to assembly, soldering, workmanship, materials, documentation, and process flow.

• Inspect completed assemblies and subassemblies to verify compliance with workmanship standards, quality requirements, and customer specifications.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including production counts, inspection results, inventory transactions, and deviations from standard procedures.

• Participate in continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing activities by supporting change and identifying opportunities to improve quality, processes, and efficiency.

• Follow 6S practices and all safety requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Participate actively in team activities as a positive, dependable, and collaborative team member.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Associate degree and a minimum of two years of applicable experience, or a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of three years of applicable experience.

• Relevant experience must include electronics manufacturing, electronic assembly, soldering, rework, quality inspection, troubleshooting, or a closely related high-tech manufacturing environment.

• Ability to perform soldering, electronic assembly, and rework to IPC Class 3 workmanship requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor, guide, and support less-experienced team members in a patient, professional, and approachable manner.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, communicate, and correct defects.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly explain processes, expectations, quality concerns, and production issues.

• Positive and dependable team member with a strong work ethic.

• Punctual, reliable, and adaptable to changing work environments and production priorities.

• Ability to respond professionally to shifting tasks, interruptions, and changing business needs.

• Collaborative approach to addressing issues, supporting the team, and improving processes.

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English sufficiently to perform the job safely and accurately, including communicating with team members, following work instructions, and completing required production documentation.

• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Ability to interpret performance data, quality metrics, engineering documentation, and written work instructions.

• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to:

  • Log in to company systems using a username and password.

  • Navigate email and employee self-service applications.

  • Access and review timecards through the company’s HRIS, such as UKG.

  • Complete online training.

  • Perform inventory and production transactions in Epicor, FactoryLogix, or other required systems.

  • Complete other basic computer tasks required to support daily responsibilities.

Required Training and Certifications

• Must achieve a passing score in the IPC Component Identification course.

• Must achieve a passing score on the IPC workmanship standards exam.

• Must demonstrate and maintain IPC Class 3 soldering and workmanship capability as required for the position.

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequent fine hand and finger movement
• Occasional bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Lift up to 10 lbs frequently , 25 lbs occasionally
• Close visual work (color recognition, depth perception required)
• On-site manufacturing environment with soldering fumes and assembly chemicals
• PPE provided and required

Why Milwaukee Electronics

• Stable company with 70+ years of manufacturing excellence
• Clean, organized production environment
• Team-oriented culture that values quality and improvement
• Opportunity to grow skills in electronics manufacturing

Ready to put your soldering skills to work? Apply today.

MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on aiapply.co or View email address on aiapply.co.

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Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.

Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.