Assembler I (Temporary)

novanta; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta seeks an Assembler I to assemble products per specifications and ensure quality control standards. You will read instructions, use hand tools, perform mechanical assembly, and inspect for non-conformances while following safety and SS practices.

Role emphasizes lean manufacturing, Six Sigma environments, and knowledge of ESD/5S. Physical work includes standing and lifting up to 25 pounds as required.

Qualifications

• Team player with strong computer, written and verbal skills.
• Experience with opto-electronics and PCB commodities.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma environments experience.
• Basic knowledge and practice of ESD and 5S principles.
• Safety and chemical awareness.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and adhere to work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings.
• Usage of hand tools properly and safely.
• Mechanical assembly of products within acceptable quality and output levels.
• Inspect product and properly identify non-conformance.
• Properly operate pass/fail test equipment (ALTF, PD Test, etc.).
• Cleanliness and workstation clean up through SS standards.
• Follow site requirements for disposal of recyclable materials and hazardous waste.

Skills

Team player

Computer skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Opto-electronics experience

PCB knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

ESD awareness

5S principles

Safety awareness

Education

Experience with lean manufacturing

Six Sigma training

Job description

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Summary

As an Assembler I, you will be responsible for assembling products according to specifications. You will also need to ensure that the quality control standards are met.

Primary Responsibilities

• Able to read, understand, and adhere to work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings
• Usage of hand tools properly and safely
• Mechanical assembly of products within acceptable quality and output levels
• Inspect product and properly identify non-conformance
• Properly operate pass/fail test equipment (ALTF, PD Test, etc.)
• Cleanliness and workstation clean up through SS standards
• Follow site requirements for disposal of recyclable materials and hazardous waste

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

• Team player with strong computer, written, verbal and skills
• Previous experience with opto-electronics and PCB commodities
• Working experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma environments
• Basic knowledge and practice of ESD and 5S principles
• Safety and chemical awareness

Travel Requirements

• None

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time
• Ability to lift boxes up to 25 pounds

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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