Assembler III

Bpp Mfg; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bpp Mfg in California is seeking an experienced Assembler III to join the Assembly team. You will perform complex mechanical assembly, mentor junior staff, and support process improvements to sustain takt time on multiple product lines.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, collaboration with engineering and quality teams, and translating prototype builds into standard work. A strong background in assembly and NPIs is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4-7+ years of progressive assembly experience.
• Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex build issues.
• Prototype or new product introduction (NPI) experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical assembly across multiple product lines.
• Lead new product introduction and prototype builds, translating them into standard work once proven.
• Identify and resolve non-routine assembly and fitment issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on build improvements.
• Review work for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Mentor and support Assembler I and II employees.
• Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Advanced Mechanical Assembly

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

**ASSEMBLER III (Senior)****Department: Assembly****Reports To: Assembly Supervisor****Job Summary:****The Assembler III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for complex and advanced assembly work, process improvement, and technical mentorship. This role helps balance line stations to maintain consistent takt time and serves as a subject-matter expert supporting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.****Accountable For:**** | Successful build outcomes on complex builds and product variants run through the standard line**** | Mentorship and skill progression of Assembler I and II staff**** | Contribution to process improvement and build documentation quality****Key Responsibilities:**** | Perform complex mechanical assembly across multiple product lines**** | Lead new product introduction and prototype builds, translating them into standard work once proven**** | Identify and resolve non-routine assembly and fitment issues**** | Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on build improvements**** | Review work for accuracy and adherence to standards**** | Mentor and support Assembler I and II employees**** | Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement efforts****Level Criteria:***[DRAFT - pending review with Alex.]*** | Can lead a new product or prototype build and translate it into standard work for the line, with minimal engineering support**** | Is sought out by peers and supervisors as the go-to resource for non-routine issues**** | Can identify a line bottleneck and propose a station rebalance to restore takt time**** | Has actively mentored at least one Assembler I or II toward promotion****Core Competencies:**** | Advanced Mechanical Assembly**** | Technical Problem Solving**** | Process Improvement**** | Quality Leadership**** | Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing**** | Cross-Functional Collaboration****Standards of Behavior:**** | Models safe behavior and reinforces it for others, not just self**** | Takes ownership of quality across the build, not just assigned tasks, and coaches others to do the same**** | Adapts quickly to new products, tools, or process changes and helps others adjust**** | Escalates issues promptly through the established process****Required Qualifications:**** | High school diploma or equivalent**** | 4-7+ years of progressive assembly experience**** | Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications**** | Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex build issues****Desired Qualifications:**** | Prototype or new product introduction (NPI) experience**** | Experience contributing to manufacturing process improvements**** | Prior informal leadership or mentoring experience****Physical Requirements:**** | Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.**** | Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.**** | Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.**** | Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.**** | Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while using required PPE.**## CompensationThe base pay range for this role is $24 - $28 per hour.Location \\*\\*\\*We have included a salary range for this role above. Please confirm your expectations align with this range.\\*