Advance Manufacturing Assembler

Kelly; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 3,720,000 - 6,199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Transit spending account

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Advance Manufacturing Assembler in Santa Clara, CA to join a premier manufacturing organization. The role focuses on assembling electromechanical prototypes, collaborating with engineers, and driving improvements to lower costs and shorten assembly times.

You will work with hand tools and PCBA processes, contributing to lean manufacturing practices, while developing work cells and processes for efficient production.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant assembly experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Hold an Associate degree or higher in manufacturing or mechanical engineering (preferred).
• Possess strong experience with hand tools (screwdrivers, torque drivers, wrenches, pliers, etc.).
• Have soldering skills and PCBA (through-hole and SMT) certifications/experience (preferred).
• Are skilled in fabrication techniques (e.g., hand drill, drill press) (preferred).
• Are familiar with production and lean principles (preferred).
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information and build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Assembling electromechanical prototype products following verbal and written instructions.
• Collaborating closely with design and manufacturing engineers to improve assembly practices.
• Proposing and implementing improvements to reduce product cost and assembly time.
• Redlining assembly procedures and Bills of Materials based on findings.
• Assisting Manufacturing Engineers in developing work cells.

Skills

Assembly experience

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Lean/manufacturing familiarity

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

Soldering

PCBA certifications

Hand tools

Fabrication techniques

Job description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Advance Manufacturing Assembler to work at a premier manufacturing organization in Santa Clara, CA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: up to $45.00 per hour

Shift: 8-5 (8Hr Day shift)

Why you should apply to be Advance Manufacturing Assembler:

• Competitive pay rate of $45.00 per hour
• Work in a fast-paced engineering lab environment with innovative technologies
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineers and stakeholders
• Enhance your skills and grow your career within a leading manufacturing setting
• Safe, supportive, and professional workplace culture

What’s a typical day as Manufacturing – Assembler – Advanced? You’ll be:

• Assembling electromechanical prototype products following verbal and written instructions
• Collaborating closely with design and manufacturing engineers to improve assembly practices
• Proposing and implementing improvements to reduce product cost and assembly time
• Redlining assembly procedures and Bills of Materials based on findings
• Assisting Manufacturing Engineers in developing work cells

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have 5–10 years of relevant assembly experience in manufacturing or engineering environments
• Hold an Associate degree or higher in manufacturing or mechanical engineering (preferred)
• Possess strong experience with hand tools (screwdrivers, torque drivers, wrenches, pliers, etc.)
• Have soldering skills and PCBA (through-hole and SMT) certifications/experience (preferred)
• Are skilled in fabrication techniques (e.g., hand drill, drill press) (preferred)
• Are familiar with production and lean principles (preferred)
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information and build consensus

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly
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