Assembler

E770 JWC Environmental Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401k match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an Assembler to join the production line in Santa Ana. You will assemble components from blueprints, align and test equipment, and ensure finished products meet quality standards. The role involves reading diagrams and following instructions while maintaining an efficient, clean workspace.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of assembly or mechanical experience. You must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate various hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred 1–2 years assembling products or using mechanical skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and operate manual and powered equipment.
• Ability to read assembly diagrams and follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment using small hand and power tools.
• Test and align equipment to ensure high quality output.
• Build seal and spare part assemblies per orders.
• Identify discrepancies and report to supervisor.
• Follow blueprints, sketches, and instructions to assemble parts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Flexible

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small tools

Power tools

Air tools

Hoists / Forklifts

Hydraulic press

Job description

About the role

The Assembler is responsible for putting together component parts or products according to blueprints or schematics. This role ensures that assembled items meet quality standards and supports the production line by maintaining efficiency and accuracy. Smaller/easier decisions are made autonomously. Under close supervision performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of JWC Environmental family of products and equipment. Assembly process may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, operational testing, repairs, in-depth troubleshooting and diagnosing.

Position Summary

The Assembler is responsible for putting together component parts or products according to blueprints or schematics. This role ensures that assembled items meet quality standards and supports the production line by maintaining efficiency and accuracy. Smaller/easier decisions are made autonomously. Under close supervision performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of JWC Environmental family of products and equipment. Assembly process may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, operational testing, repairs, in-depth troubleshooting and diagnosing.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses small hand and power tools to assemble equipment.
• Performs tests and aligns equipment to provide a high quality finished product.
• Builds seal assemblies and spare part assemblies following sales and production order requirements.
• Conveys material pick list discrepancies to the attention of supervisor.
• Reads and interprets blue prints, sketches and written instructions to assemble parts or equipment.
• Looks for faulty components during assembly process and tests assembled parts or products to ensure functionality.
• Complies with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate assembly functions.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 1-2 years’ experience assembling products or using mechanical skills.
• Ability to use small tools, power tools, air tools, hoists forklifts, hydraulic press, and medium voltage (up to 575 vac).
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Able to drive a forklift and use electrical hoisting equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly diagrams, production and sales orders.
• Familiarity with Company equipment.
• Highly self-motivated.
• Flexible, reliable, strong work ethic, dependable team player, positive, constructive attitude.
• Attention to detail.

What we offer you

• $20.00 - $24.00
• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer.

We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world.

With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.