Assembler - Level 3

Build a Career That Moves the World

At Swagelok , precision matters. As one of Northeast Ohio's largest manufacturers, and a global leader in fluid system solutions, we create products that help industries operate safely and efficiently—from life-saving medical equipment and clean energy applications to semiconductor manufacturing, and deep-sea exploration.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. We invest in training, promote from within, and create opportunities for associates to grow their skills and build rewarding careers. Backed by our no-layoff philosophy , as a privately held company, we’re proud to offer stability and security in your career.

Shift: 24/7 days (6am - 6pm) - 6:00 am - 6:15 pm (24/7)

Pay & Total Rewards

The pay range for this position is $18.40-$25.80 per hour, along with additional compensation through overtime and 10% shift differential when working an off-shift. The starting pay offered is based on your skills, experience, and additional qualifications needed for the role. 

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, starting day one, designed to support you and your family.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tuition assistance and career development opportunities

• On-Site Health Clinic at our Solon Global Headquarters

• Employee wellness and safety programs

• Life and disability insurance

• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support programs

Position Summary ** **

As a Level III Assembler , you'll play an important role in producing high-quality fluid system components that meet the expectations of customers around the world. You'll use your mechanical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities to assemble products safely, accurately, and efficiently. 

In this role, you’ll be able to follow standardized work instructions and engineering drawings to complete complex assembly operations using established quality requirements. You’ll serve as a knowledgeable team member who is able to support process improvements, assist with troubleshooting, and maintain efficient workflow within the manufacturing cell.

What You'll Do ** **

Your day will include a variety of responsibilities that keep production running safely and efficiently, including: 

• Assemble a variety of products and subassemblies using standard work instructions, blueprints, work orders, and engineering specifications.

• Perform complex assembly operations requiring mechanical aptitude, precision, and attention to detail.

• Inspect components and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.

• Use hand tools, power tools, gauges, measuring devices, and testing equipment to complete assigned work.

• Identify and resolve routine assembly issues while escalating more complex concerns as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.

• Perform in-process inspections and functional testing as required.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

• Assist with training and mentoring less experienced assemblers as needed.

• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment following all company safety policies and procedures.

• Cross-train and work in multiple production areas to support business needs.

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to achieving departmental performance goals.

• Consistently display competencies that align to and uphold Swagelok's core values

What Makes You Successful ** **

• High School diploma or GED

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to assemble precision mechanical products.

• Ability to interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, and specifications.

• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Identify problems and recommend practical solutions.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and ownership of assigned work.

Even better if you have:

• Previous manufacturing or precision assembly experience.

• Experience working in a lean

environment.

• Familiarity with measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and torque tools.

• Experience reading engineering drawings and interpreting product specifications.

• Experience supporting process improvement initiatives or training team members.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk throughout the shift. 

• Regularly use hands for repetitive assembly tasks requiring manual dexterity. 

• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to established departmental limits. 

• Occasionally bend, reach, twist, and stoop. 

• Maintain visual focus for detailed inspection and precision assembly work. 

• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety requirements. 

Why Join Swagelok?

When you join Swagelok, you're joining a company where your work has real impact. You’ll be immersed in comprehensive training that helps you learn the machines you’ll be working on and the processes you’ll be a part of.

Whether your goal is to deepen your machining expertise, learn new technologies, or grow into leadership, you'll find opportunities to advance in an environment built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career, apply today and discover a career where stability meets opportunity.

_Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. _

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and applicable state law.  If you require an accommodation to complete an online application, please reach out to our team by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.