Assembly Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Thompson First Group is seeking Builders and Assemblers for a contract to hire position with a local client in Millington, MD .

Candidates with hands on experience and have worked with toold and measuring devices in a manufacturing setting are encouraged to apply.

What You Will Experience in This Position

• Assemble mechanical, electrical, or electronic components, subassemblies, products, and systems according to work instructions.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to perform precise assembly work.
• Install components, wiring, fasteners, and casings using bolts, rivets, soldering, or micro-welding techniques.
• Clean parts and finished assemblies using approved cleaning methods and materials.
• Inspect work to ensure quality, accuracy, and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain production equipment, tools, and a clean, organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a safe manufacturing environment.
• Communicate with team members, leads, and supervisors to address issues and priorities.
• Review work, support production planning, and assist with training or coaching other assemblers (lead-level roles).

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical, or electronic assembly within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools, power tools, and basic assembly equipment.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for working with small or detailed parts.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and productivity standards.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Dependable attendance and the ability to communicate schedule changes as needed.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team while following established procedures.
• Ability to lift materials, stand for extended periods, and work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions.
• High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent experience.
• Additional experience and the ability to guide or train others for lead-level positions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).



Shift:

• 1st Shift: 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
• 3rd Shift: 7 pm to 5:30 am, Monday - Thursday



Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.