Assembly Technician (1st Shift)

Description

The Assembly Technician (1st Shift) performs a variety of production tasks in a manufacturing and assembly environment, contributing to the timely delivery of high-quality products to our customers. This role supports primary assembly operations, secondary machining, quality inspection, and general production floor activities. The Assembly Technician works across all production shifts as assigned and plays a key role in maintaining safety, quality, and operational efficiency on the shop floor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ASSEMBLY & PRODUCTION OPERATIONS:

• Perform all required production tasks, including assembly, machine operation, packing, and inspection.
• Perform primary and secondary assembly operations across all product lines.
• Operate secondary machining equipment including saws, drill press, and other manufacturing machinery.
• Clean and pack finished product to shipping standards.
• Support production scheduling by completing assigned work orders accurately and on time.
• May be asked to obtain certification to operate a forklift.
• Includes other duties as assigned that are relevant to the role and in support of company needs.

QUALITY & INSPECTION:

• Inspect materials, components, and finished products to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Maintain quality standards, process parameters, and other indicators to ensure all components and finished products conform to quality specifications.
• Identify and communicate non-conforming product or process deviations to the Assembly Technician Lead or Shift Supervisor.
• Follow all documented work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality checklists.

INVENTORY & WORKPLACE STANDARDS:

• Monitor inventory levels of raw and semi-finished goods via Kanbans and restock promptly to avoid production interruptions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized production work environment through consistent application of the 5S program.
• Report material shortages or discrepancies to the Production Coordinator in a timely manner.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE:

• Embrace and comply with all safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company employee guidelines.
• Participate in safety training, toolbox talks, and incident reporting as required.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times in designated areas.
• Supports and models STARC Systems values and mission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a production, manufacturing, or assembly environment preferred; on-the-job training will be provided as required.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and standard operating procedures.
• Basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, etc.).
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and basic manufacturing equipment a plus.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong work ethic with the ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a collaborative production environment.
• Self-motivated individual contributor with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable; able to shift between tasks and assignments as production needs change.
• Strong alignment with STARC’s core values: Team Aligned, Safety Focused, Committed, Innovative & Growth Oriented.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and creative problem-solving skills; supportive of all internal teams.
• Effective communicator; able to escalate issues clearly and work collaboratively with leads and supervisors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or willing to learn basic production tracking tools.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

This is a first shift position with hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $24.00 per hour.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at STARC Systems.

BENEFITS

STARC Systems offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families. The benefits listed below are intended to provide a general summary and are not intended to be a complete list of all benefits, programs, eligibility requirements, plan terms, conditions, or limitations.

• Medical insurance plan options
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer HSA contribution for eligible employees enrolled in an HSA-compatible plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program resources
• Virtual care resources
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law.

While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods, walk throughout the production floor, use hands and fingers to handle tools, parts, and equipment, and reach with arms and hands. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift heavier materials with assistance or mechanical aids. The noise level in the production environment is typically moderate to high; hearing protection may be required in designated areas. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This role is performed in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, tools, and materials.