Assembler (1st Shift)

The Adecco Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

DailyPay (in some locations)

Skill training

Job summary

The Adecco Group in San Diego, CA is hiring an Assembler (1st Shift) to perform routine electronic and mechanical assembly using blueprints, drawings and written instructions.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, inspecting parts and subassemblies, performing rework, and training junior staff as needed. This 11-month contract offers 1st shift hours (5:30am–2:00pm) and a pay rate of $20.00–$26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related assembly experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience reading assembly blueprints.
• Ability to use hand tools ( torque wrench, drills, inspection tools ).
• Ability to read measuring devices (rulers, tape measures, scales).
• Good communication and basic computer skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; export-controlled information access restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components to a final product using drawings, diagrams, and written processes.
• Inspect components, subassemblies, and assemblies for quality.
• Read and interpret assembly drawings and BOMs.
• Perform rework from tests per standard repair procedures.
• Train and support lower-level assemblers as needed.
• Operate selected machines and handling equipment.
• Follow the lead's instructions on building units.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual assembly

Communication

Measuring tools

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque wrench

Drills

Inspection tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Job Details

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Assembler (1st Shift) San Diego,CA Posted:8/19/2026

Job Description Job ID#:

225081

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

11 months

Shift:

1

We have an outstanding Contract position for an Assembler to join a leading C ompany located in San Diego, CA. Pay Rate:$20.00 to $26.00 1st Shift: Mon - Fri 5:30am - 2:00pm The Assembler will prepare and perform routine electronic and mechanical assembly operations at unit and module assembly level using blueprints, work instructions, ECO's , deviations, drawings, diagrams, and written processes. In addition, the Assembler will assemble and inspect components, parts, subassemblies, and assemblies. Assembler 3 works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations and normally receives little instruction on daily work , general instructions on newly introduced assignments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Observes all safety regulations, including personal protective equipment.
• Assemble components to a final configured product utilizing process instructions, engineering documentation (assembly drawings, wire lists, etc.), specialized tooling and fixtures, measuring equipment, and hand tools.
• Reads and interprets assembly drawings, parts lists, operations sheets and visual aids. Make recommendations for changes to improve build processes.
• Perform any rework from test failures in accordance with standard repair procedures. May also incorporate ECN's into completed boards.
• Prep and insert electronic components onto circuit boards , hand solder components onto circuit boards , touch up and rework circuit boards.
• Verify quality of product at the required intervals and verify accuracy of all work.
• May provide training and support to lower-level assemblers as required.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment , read and interpret engineering documentation, layout, and process worksheets , set-up and operate assigned machines and equipment.
• Meets established standards for productivity and quality.
• Follow the lead's instructions on building units.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• Must require a minimum of 2 to 4 years of related experience. Assembler levels 1 - 5 will vary based on years of experience and scope of responsibility.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess good to excellent assembly blueprint reading experience/skills.
• Must be able to use hand tools ( i.e. torque wrench , drills and inspection tools).
• Ability to properly read a variety of measuring devices including rulers, tape measures, and scales.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Basic computer skills. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Due to the nature of Programmable Power programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Desired Qualifications:

• IPC-610 and J-STD 001 certification.
• Efficient MS Word and Excel use.

Benefits offered vary by contract.

• direct deposit
• free career counseling services
• 401(k)
• select paid holidays
• short-term disability insurance
• skills training
• employee referral bonus
• affordable medical coverage plan
• DailyPay (in some locations)

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security-based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance