Assembler I – Life-Saving Medical & Tech Assembly

Nortech-Systems-1; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Diversity & inclusion

Training & advancement

Job summary

Nortech Systems is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical and electromechanical products. We are looking for an Assembler I who takes pride in producing high‑quality work and enjoys working as part of a team.

The pay range is $17.50 - $18.50 per hour and includes a strong benefits package. This role supports critical industries and requires adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or one month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Reading, understanding, and accurately following written instructions.
• Listening and following oral instructions.
• Using electronic devices and computing systems.
• Three months’ related manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Experience operating hand tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic assembly tasks at a proficiency level and quality standard as required by the plant.
• Read and accurately follow written build instructions to perform assigned operations including, but not limited to, numbered lists, color coding, technical descriptions, change orders, and diagrams.
• Perform operations as defined in product documentation to build and/or assemble a variety of components. Operations include, but are not limited to, assembling, crimping, and preparing.
• Perform assigned operations with a variety of materials, as defined by customer requirements. Apply method and process as defined by work instruction and plant standards.
• Operate common hand tools and various types of equipment designed to complete specific tasks.
• Use glues or adhesives to bond materials, as required.
• Clean parts and/or assemblies using common solvents, as required.
• Complete corrective actions and measures as directed and in a timely and accurate manner. Initiate documentation and process efficiencies and corrections.
• Follow quality and safety procedures to ensure compliance standards are met or exceeded; assist in attaining department quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Participate in and complete training assignments including on‑the‑job learning as instructed to develop skills and effectiveness.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and participate in the creation and updating of processes and work instructions as requested.
• Maintain assembly records according to instructions and in a timely and accurate manner.
• Understand and maintain Safety and Housekeeping Standards.
• Support quality systems and check with supervisor upon discovery of issues that may adversely affect the customer; ask questions and request assistance from supervisor as needed to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
• Demonstrate and support Nortech’s Mission, Core Values, policies and procedures at all times.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Reading instructions

Listening to instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Crimping tools

Microscope

Job description

Nortech Systems is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical and electromechanical products. We are looking for an Assembler I who takes pride in producing high‑quality work and enjoys working as part of a team.

The pay range is $17.50 - $18.50 per hour and includes a strong benefits package. This role supports critical industries and requires adherence to safety and quality standards.