Mechanical Assembler

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Assembler at our Auburn, CA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics. Job Summary: The Assembler works under supervision performing assigned mechanical assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Assembler communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection. Essential Functions: * Perform assigned assembly tasks using tools such as: drills, wrenches, screw drivers, sockets, adhesives, etc. * Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies * Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within at least 2 area processes

• Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
• Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect

the correctness and quality of the work in process * Understand daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are working in * Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues. * Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement * Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions * Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise

• Complete job-related company training courses as assigned
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits
• Perform inventory cycle counts
• May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies

Minimum Qualifications: * Experience: 1-5 years of mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with tools like drills, wrenches, screw drivers, sockets, adhesives, etc. * Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods * Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Basic computer skills, e-mail etc. (understanding of basic software) * Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high-volume setting

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data

or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include

but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE * May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

• Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses
• Workspace: assembly cell

Top Benefits: As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy: * Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month * Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at [ or visit our website at [ for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. Salary range: $22.73 - $29.15. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.