Panel Builder

Senior Custom Control Panel Builder - Direct Hire!

This position focuses on assembling and wiring industrial control panels, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, and major assemblies in accordance with internal standards and customer-specific quality requirements. You use your technical expertise to interpret complex drawings and schematics, build high-quality panels, and support prototype development and resolution of non-conforming materials.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire industrial control panels, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, and major assemblies to meet internal and customer-specified quality standards.
• Read, interpret, and work from mechanical, electrical/electronic, and pneumatic drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Apply technical skills effectively to ensure accurate and efficient panel building and wiring.
• Assist in the development and build of prototype industrial control panels and assemblies, providing technical expertise to identify, correct, and repair non-conforming materials.
• Document and report discrepancies and non-conforming materials in accordance with standard operational procedures.
• Select and use appropriate assembly and wiring tools, including manuals and pneumatic or electric hand tools, to perform work safely and efficiently.
• Use basic computer skills, including e-mail and MRP software, to support production, documentation, and communication needs.
• Collaborate with team members, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and clear written and verbal communication.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting a safe and efficient production environment.
• Follow all relevant standards and guidelines, including familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and UL-508A, to ensure compliance and quality.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical/electronic, and pneumatic drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Proven ability to apply technical skills effectively in panel building and wiring activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience assisting with development and build of prototype industrial control panels and assemblies.
• Ability to identify, correct, and repair non-conforming materials and document discrepancies per standard procedures.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including e-mail and MRP software.
• Knowledge of selecting and using assembly and wiring tools such as manuals and pneumatic or electric hand tools.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in a relevant electrical or panel-building environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Additional education beyond high school is preferred.
• Prior experience as a panel builder or in a Senior panel-building role is preferred.
• Status as a Certified IPS Specialist to IPC/WHMA-A-620 is a plus.
• Familiarity with UL-508A standards is a plus.
• Experience with schematic reading, panel wiring, and panel building in an industrial setting is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable, direct placement role in a clean, organized production environment with a dedicated team of panel builders. You work standard daytime hours, supporting work-life balance, and have the chance to apply and grow your technical expertise in industrial control panels, prototypes, and quality-focused manufacturing. The culture emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

You work in a clean manufacturing environment alongside a team of approximately 610 panel builders. The role is performed on a first shift schedule, with typical start times at 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. and end times at 2:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. The work involves hands-on use of pneumatic and electric hand tools, as well as interaction with computer systems such as e-mail and MRP software, in a structured, quality-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Placentia, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44000.00 - $57000.00/yr. 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. Company will provide benefits package at time of offer - 3 weeks vacation.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Placentia,CA.