Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Assembler

This role focuses on electro-mechanical assembly, including cable harnesses, box builds, electrical and valve assemblies, and point-to-point wiring. You will interpret and work from schematics and drawings, perform precise soldering and crimping, and use a variety of hand tools to build and inspect high-quality assemblies in a clean room environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret schematics and engineering drawings to perform accurate mechanical and electrical assembly work.
• Assemble electro-mechanical components, including cable harnesses, box builds, valve assemblies, and basic wiring.
• Perform point-to-point wiring and electrical assembly in accordance with specifications and quality standards.
• Carry out cable harness assembly, including routing, bundling, and securing cables and wires.
• Complete pneumatic assembly tasks as required, following detailed instructions and schematics.
• Use hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, torque tools, and crimping tools for small pins to build and adjust assemblies.
• Perform precise soldering on electrical connections and components to ensure reliable performance.
• Inspect assemblies and wiring for accuracy, quality, and adherence to specifications, making corrections as needed.
• Multitask across different assembly activities while maintaining high attention to detail and quality.
• Follow clean room procedures and departmental guidelines to maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Collaborate with other assemblers and team members to meet production goals and timelines.
• Train and adapt to different shifts as needed, including initial training on day shift for swing shift roles.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and understand schematics and engineering drawings.
• Minimum of 6+ months of assembly experience.
• Hands-on experience with cable harness assembly.
• Experience performing box builds and mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in electrical assembly and basic wiring.
• Ability to perform point-to-point wiring accurately.
• Experience with valve assembly and pneumatic assembly tasks.
• Strong soldering skills for electrical connections.
• Ability to crimp small pins using appropriate tools.
• Competent use of hand tools including wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, torque tools, and crimping tools.
• High level of attention to detail in all assembly and inspection work.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple assembly activities efficiently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as an electro-mechanical assembler.
• Experience in inspection of electrical and mechanical assemblies.
• Comfort working with hand tools in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with both electrical and mechanical components.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting with other assemblers.
• Willingness to work either day shift or swing shift as required by the department.

Why Work Here?

You will join a highly experienced team with an average tenure of over 10 years, providing a stable and supportive environment for long-term growth. The organization offers holiday, vacation, and medical benefits, supporting your well-being and work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills within an advanced, collaborative team that values quality and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean room environment, working alongside approximately 15 other assemblers in the department. The team operates on two shifts: a day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and a swing shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with swing shift employees training on the day shift for the first few weeks. The work involves regular use of hand tools and precision equipment in a structured, production-oriented setting, with clear procedures and standards to ensure safety, cleanliness, and high-quality output.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.