Assembler

Description:

We are now hiring Assemblers to join our team at our new manufacturing facility located in Otay Mesa - San Diego, CA! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company as we expand our operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly and installation of various signal and sign assemblies in accordance with established procedures, technical drawings, schematics, and wiring tables.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform assembly of traffic signals, signs, and related components according to work orders, manufacturing instructions, blueprints, and assembly drawings.
• Route and secure wires through conduit, pipes, and other enclosures.
• Perform equipment change-overs.
• Responsible for quality control. Make adjustments as necessary to produce Product within specifications. Reject product outside specifications.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools to assemble parts and sub-assemblies safely and accurately.
• Operate a pallet jack to move materials and finished goods within the warehouse.
• Complete daily production logs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all workplace safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of six months of training/education in a related field, or previous job-related experience.
• Experience with operating a pallet jack safely.
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and basic mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, specifications, assembly drawings, and wiring diagrams. Ability to work from verbal instructions as well.
• Familiarity with LED systems and basic electrical wiring is helpful.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Willingness to follow established safety protocols and company procedures.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills are required.
• Basic working knowledge of operating computers and machinery.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate verbally in English.
• Must maintain the highest level of professionalism while under pressure.
• Ability to interact with other team members in a professional manner.
• Ability to work in high paced environment, be flexible and handle multiple tasks.
• Willing and able to travel to our facility in Tijuana, Mexico for training.

Physical Conditions / Requirements

• No unusual physical requirements. Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 65 pounds of materials and products. Nearly all work is performed in a controlled indoor environment with exposure to noise, dust, machinery and varying temperatures.
• Occasional – Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
• Job frequently requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and handling objects with hands.
• Job occasionally requires sitting, talking, hearing, lifting and carrying up to 65 pounds.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
• Hearing requirement: Ability to hear and tolerate loud noises from various manufacturing machines.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this position.

As a member of our team, you will enjoy:

• A GREAT work environment with fun, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful team members.
• Benefits package to support you and your family's health. From medical, dental, and vision, to flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care.
• Educational reimbursement to help keep your career updated.
• Save money on tickets to the San Diego Zoo, other amusement parks, movies, indoor skydiving and so much more with our employee discount program.
• Paid time off, holidays, company-matched 401(k) plan and more!

SWARCO McCain is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.