Assembler

PerkinElmer; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Covaris, a PerkinElmer Company, is seeking a Production Assembler to perform assembly and manufacturing operations for consumables and accessories. The role supports the entire process—assembly, testing, inspection, packaging, and documentation—and reports to the Production Supervisor or Production Manager.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, at least 1 year of experience, basic math skills, and the ability to use hand tools.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow established guidelines to perform the functions of the production area.
• 1+ year of work experience.
• Must have some math skills, i.e. positive/negative numbers, decimals, some addition and subtraction.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to assemble and package products ensuring that product specifications are met.
• Operate production equipment to assemble new and revised products.
• Inspects raw materials, components, and finished products to verify quality standards are met.
• Reports product defects, equipment issues, or process concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Assists with product testing, inspection, labeling, and packaging as required.
• Completes required production records, batch records, and other documentation accurately.
• Maintain workspace in clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Participate in the investigation of production problems with equipment or processes.
• Follows all company policies, safety procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as applicable.

Skills

Math skills

Hand tool usage

Follow instructions

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleAssembler

Location(s): Covaris - Woburn - MA

Job Description: Covaris, a PerkinElmer Company, is a leader in sample preparation solutions across multiomics research and clinical applications. Powered by proprietary Adaptive Focused Acoustics® (AFA®) technology, our portfolio of advanced instruments, consumables, reagents, and kits for pre-analytical sample preparation deliver exceptional accuracy and reproducibility, enabling researchers to generate higher-quality data, develop novel assays, and drive breakthrough discoveries in life sciences. From academic labs to global biopharma organizations, Covaris is trusted by scientists who demand precision at every step of the analytical workflow. Learn more at www.covaris.com.

Summary: Performs assembly and manufacturing operations for consumables and accessories according to established procedures and quality standards. This position supports the entire manufacturing process, including assembly, testing, inspection, packaging, and documentation. The Production Assembler reports to the Production Supervisor or Production Manager and works collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to assemble and package products ensuring that product specifications are met.
• Operate production equipment to assemble new and revised products.
• Inspects raw materials, components, and finished products to verify quality standards are met.
• Reports product defects, equipment issues, or process concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Assists with product testing, inspection, labeling, and packaging as required.
• Completes required production records, batch records, and other documentation accurately.
• Maintain workspace in clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Participate in the investigation of production problems with equipment or processes.
• Follows all company policies, safety procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as applicable.

Non-Essential Responsibilities:

In addition to the essential responsibilities listed above, the employee may be required to perform other non-essential functions. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications:

• Must have High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Must be able to follow instructions and established guidelines to perform the functions of the production area.
• 1+ years work experience
• Must have some math skills, i.e. positive/negative numbers, decimals, some addition and subtraction
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools

Reasonable Accommodation:

Covaris is committed to the spirit and the letter of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate otherwise qualified individuals.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world?

When you work at PerkinElmer, that’s exactly what you’ll do. From our dedicated scientists and world-class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we’re a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we’re making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow.