Manufacturing Technician (Assembly)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician (Assembly)

Location: Vista, CA 92081 (Onsite – Must be local)

Pay Rate: $22–$24/hour (based on experience)

Duration: 6-Month Contract (Excellent potential for extension or permanent conversion)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (potential for overtime with notice)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician I to join the Production Operations team. This role focuses on building and assembling precision equipment from the ground up, requiring strong attention to detail, the ability to follow written instructions, and comfort working in a repetitive, quality-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with tools, building things, and wants to grow into a long-term role within manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly and sub-assembly builds using hand tools
• Follow written procedures (SOPs) to complete step-by-step assembly processes
• Assemble components including cable routing, wiring, and mechanical parts
• Conduct visual and functional quality checks to ensure product accuracy
• Accurately document work, including serial numbers and build data in Excel
• Maintain quality, safety, and 5S standards on the production floor
• Identify and escalate build, quality, or process issues when needed
• Support installation and basic configuration of systems as required

Required Qualifications (MUST HAVES)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ year of assembly, manufacturing, warehouse or production experience
• Experience using tools and building/assembling things ( professional or personal )
• Hands-on – you like to work with your hands and enjoy “building and putting things together
• Can follow written instructions and SOPs step-by-step
• Comfortable performing repetitive work daily – doing same thing every day (assembly line-style environment)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to use Excel for basic data entry (e.g., tracking serial numbers)
• Strong understanding of quality, safety, and attention to detail
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to learn quickly and follow direction closely
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must pass standard background check and drug test

Bonus – But not required

• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly, wiring, or cable routing
• Background in medical device or regulated manufacturing environments

Additional Information

• Fully onsite role in Vista, CA
• Interview process: Virtual interview (camera on) → Onsite final (30 minutes)
• Opportunity for long-term growth and permanent conversion based on performance

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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