Assembler II

Harvard Bioscience; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Bioscience is seeking an Assembler II to join our production team in Minnesota. The role involves assembling electro-mechanical devices, testing components, and preparing parts for production using a microscope and a variety of small tools.

The candidate should work effectively in a team, read procedures and drawings, and maintain high attention to detail and quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and quality consciousness.
• Able to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a team environment to meet customer requirements for timely delivery of high-quality electro-mechanical devices.
• Perform routine assembly tasks and contribute to testing and preparation of electronic parts for production use.
• Work with a microscope and small power/hand tools to assemble components.
• Solder through-hole and surface mount components using a microscope and inspect completed work.

Skills

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Multitasking

Soldering

Quality focus

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microscope

Hand tools

Job description

Harvard Bioscience has an opening for an Assembler II. The qualified candidate will participate in a team environment to meet customer requirements for timely delivery of high-quality electro-mechanical devices. The qualified candidate will perform a wide variety of routine tasks. Acts on knowledge of company practices, procedures, policies and job tasks to complete most assignments. Works under general supervision for new or difficult tasks. Routine tasks are not closely supervised. Work using a microscope. Work with small power and hand tools (scales, tray sealing equipment, adhesive dispensers, tweezers, etc.). Works with small parts such as wires, catheter tubing and electronic components. Work with small and large hand and power tools. Testing assembling, soldering and preparing electronic parts for production use. Perform through-hole and surface mount soldering using a microscope.

Skills and Abilities Required:

Successful Candidate Will:

• High School diploma or equivalent and experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Work as a team member within work group and with entire production floor.
• Have proven ability to comprehend and follow intermediately complex assembly / manufacturing procedures.
• Have the ability to read and follow procedures and drawings.
• Have ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees, both written & verbal
• Possess great attention to detail.
• Possess computer skills (email, word processor, spreadsheet, data acquisition, etc.)
• Have a strong attendance and work ethic and be quality conscious.
• Work positively with others, even in difficult circumstances.
• Be able to handle multiple tasks with varying priorities.
• Concentrate and maintain energy over long periods of time.
• Always be looking for better ways to improve product and/or process.

Skills and Abilities (Desirable):

• General solder skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience in electro-mechanical assembly
• Experience in visual inspection