Assembler II

Aleron; Town of Alden (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Assembler II in Alden, NY. The role involves assembling and inspecting small parts, including batteries and capacitors, with both manual and automated operations.

You will follow MPI and QWI procedures, participate in cross-training, and maintain GDP documentation to ensure production quality. The position offers multiple shifts with differential on 2nd and 3rd shifts, and requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least 1 year of light assembly experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1+ year of light assembly experience or in a regulated industry.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed instruction.
• Ability to recognize defects in workmanship.
• Demonstrate competency in assembly processes.
• Ability to read blueprints is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Safety and Quality policies.
• Set up equipment for assembly/inspection per MPI's and QWI's.
• Understand tasks and relate to team; follow Standard Work.
• Understand production flow within department.
• Assemble component parts per print; manual and automatic operations.
• Visually and/or dimensionally inspect parts/assemblies.
• Complete Device History Records per GDP.
• May package assemblies for shipping.
• Participate in team activities for process/product improvement.

Skills

Reading & instructions

Light assembly

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Title: Assembler II

Location: Alden, NY

Employment Type: Direct Placement

Industry: Medical Device Development

Compensation: Up to $19.55 w/ shift differential.

Schedule: Multiple Schedules Available

1st shift: 6:35am-2:35pm M-F (no differential)
2nd shift: 2:35pm-10:35pm M-F (15% shift diff)
3rd shift: 10:35pm-6:35am Sun-Thurs (15% shift diff)

About the Opportunity:

In this position, the candidate is expected to perform assembly and inspection operations and processes. In this role, you will seek out and readily accept opportunities for cross training and is expected to follow written procedures to meet production and quality requirements. You will work with small parts, assembly of batteries, and capacitors. A lot of which are manually assembled. You will do cutting, trimming, soldering, welding, heat sealing, and inspection. When sitting in different stations, wear safety glasses and lab coats.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions:

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Adhere to the customer's Core Beliefs, Behavioral Based Safety process, and Associate Quality Policy.
• Set up equipment needed for assembly/inspection as per Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI's) and Quality Work Instructions (QWI's).
• Understand own tasks and how they relate to others in their team. Works under moderate Supervision where duties are clearly defined. Will follow Standard Work where applicable.
• Understand overall production flow within their department.
• Assemble component parts as per print. Utilizes both manual and automatic machine operation.
• Visually and/or dimensionally inspects parts and/or completed assemblies for conformance to specifications. Identifies and escalates quality non-conformances.
• Complete required Device History Records and other manufacturing documentation per Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• May package assemblies for shipping.
• Participate in team activities focusing on process/product improvement, problem resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Actively participate in "flex break" programs as required.
• Expand skill base through on the job training, cross training and classroom instruction.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1+ year of light assembly experience or in a regulated industry

What Sets You Apart:

• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed instruction.
• Ability to recognize defects in workmanship.
• Demonstrate competency in assembly processes.
• Ability to read blueprints a plus

Additional Information:

After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.