Assembler III

Apex Systems; Lake Forest (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an Assembler III in Lake Forest, CA onsite to support the assembly, soldering, testing, and rework of electro-mechanical products for global airlines.

The role requires IPC 610 soldering certification, experience reading engineering drawings, and the ability to use hand tools and calibrated equipment in a safe manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• GED/HS diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years in assembly and test.
• IPC 610 soldering certification and IPC-7711/7721 rework required.
• Ability to read drawings and engineering docs.
• Proficient with hand tools and calibrated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Level III products using engineering and manufacturing documentation.
• Solder per IPC 610 and rework per IPC-7711/7721.
• Conduct basic functional tests including dielectric, bonding, and continuity tests.
• Read and interpret written instructions, drawings and engineering docs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

Skills

IPC soldering

Electro-mechanical assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Hand tools & calibration equipment

Functional testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Torque driver

Calibrated equipment

Jigs & fixtures

Job description

Assembler III

Location: Lake Forest, California (Onsite)

Role Overview

This position supports the assembly, soldering, testing, and rework of electro-mechanical products in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with IPC soldering standards, functional testing, and interpreting engineering documentation while maintaining a commitment to quality and safety. You will be part of a team that is manufacturing In-Flight Entertainment products for leading airlines across the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Builds Level III assemblies utilizing engineering and manufacturing documentation.
• Performs soldering per IPC 610 requirements and rework per IPC-7711/7721.
• Conducts a variety of operations, including rework, requiring an understanding of the functional operation of the items assembled.
• Assembles and disassembles mechanical and electrical assemblies with a variety of hand tools.
• Performs basic functional tests including dielectric, bonding, and continuity tests.
• Works with Engineering to assemble prototype assemblies from written instructions.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Reads, understands, and follows written or verbal instructions.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• A minimum of three years of assembly and test experience.
• Valid certification for soldering per IPC standards (IPC 610) and rework (IPC-7711/7721).
• Experience with hand tools, calibrated equipment (i.e., torque driver, wrenches), jigs, and tooling fixtures.
• Proficient computer skills to access released drawings and manage documents.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, work instructions, and engineering documentation.

Other Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for an extended period.
• Repetitive hand and feet movement is required in the use of manual and electric tools.
• Ability to tighten a variety of screws, nuts, fittings, and other fasteners.
• Ability to grip, pinch, grasp, bend, crouch, kneel, and twist to operate various tools and machines for an extended period.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Good hand-eye coordination and eyesight for ensuring accuracy.

About Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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