** Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Department: Industrial Machining

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Position Type: Hourly, RFT

About the Company:

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.

The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments.

At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world – one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed.

The company’s corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

Position Summary:

The Assembler is responsible for performing electro-mechanical assembly operations of light to moderate complexity in support of production goals. This role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety and quality standards to ensure products meet design and performance requirements.

Alternative Work Schedule (AWS): Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour workdays per week. Shifts may start as early as 5:00 a.m. based on business needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare, clean, and organize parts and components prior to assembly.
• Perform electro-mechanical assembly work of light to moderate complexity, requiring fitting, alignment, and adjustment of components, using job orders, drawings, and other documentation.
• Conduct basic functional testing of completed assemblies, including dielectric and insulation resistance testing.
• Rework and repair non-conforming production assemblies in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow all safe work practices and company safety policies.
• Participate in required safety training programs.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, near misses, or accidents to supervision.

Safety Responsibilities

• Understand and support the company’s quality policy and applicable elements of the quality management system.
• Take responsibility for reducing, eliminating, and preventing quality deficiencies, including product escapes.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to products, process, or quality systems.
• Identify quality issues and elevate concerns through appropriate channels for corrective action.
• Exercise authority and responsibility to uphold quality standards in daily work.

Quality Responsibilities

• Understand and support the Quality Policy and applicable elements of the Quality Management System relevant to assigned work areas.
• Take proactive action to reduce, eliminate, and prevent quality deficiencies, including product or process escapes.
• Initiate actions to prevent nonconformities related to products, processes, and quality systems.
• Exercise responsibility and authority to identify quality concerns and elevate issues for timely resolution within the quality system.

Communication

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain professional, constructive, and collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Essential/Preferred Skills:

• 0–2 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly or repair of electro-mechanical devices, instruments, or units preferred.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude, including proficient use of hand tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly, testing, and potting operations with consistency and accuracy.
• Ability to read and follow general procedures, assembly drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and established procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a production or manufacturing environment while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Requirements

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and production environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, hand tools, and test equipment.
• May involve exposure to electrical components, adhesives, solvents, and potting materials, with appropriate safety controls and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Noise levels are generally moderate and may vary based on production activity.
• Work may be performed while standing or sitting at an assembly workstation for extended periods.
• Requires repetitive use of hands and wrists for assembly, testing, inspection, and material handling tasks.
• Requires fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and the ability to use hand tools and test instruments with precision.
• Requires the ability to bend, reach, walk, and move within the work area as needed throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Requires the ability to visually inspect small components, read drawings, labels, and computer screens, with or without corrective lenses.

At DwyerOmega, we’re committed to fair, transparent compensation. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range that reflects the role, location, experience, and internal equity. We encourage open conversations about pay and are happy to discuss compensation at any stage of the hiring process.