Assembly and Test Assistant

National-Electrostatics-Corp; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

National-Electrostatics-Corp is seeking an Assembly and Test Assistant in Middleton, WI to support assembling, modifying, testing, and installing accelerator components per company specifications. You will diagnose malfunctions, test with various equipment, and implement test parameters while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, blueprint literacy, and the ability to work with technicians and engineers, using tools and safety practices for reliable product

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred and hands-on mechanical experience
• Experience with manufacturing environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gather parts, drawings, and test data to follow procedures.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers during assembly of accelerator systems/components.
• Provide hands-on support for assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Calibrate and test electrical components.
• Perform maintenance, modification, and repair of parts using equipment procedures.
• Operate hand and power tools to fabricate equipment.
• Apply Quality Assurance processes to ensure tolerances and safety.
• Interface with customers and team members on technical discussions and solutions.
• Assist with loading/unloading shipments.
• Assist with shipping accelerator systems by crate creation and packaging after testing.
• Maintain safety procedures and obtain forklift, DOT HAZMAT, and crane certifications.
• Maintain a clean work environment for accurate builds.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Electrical safety

Teamwork

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Associate degree in mechanical/technical field

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Assembly and Test Assistant

Full Time Middleton, WI, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Job Title: Assembly and Test Assistant

Job Summary:The Assembly and Test Assistant is responsible for supporting all aspects of assembling, modifying, testing, and installing accelerator systems and/or components with company specifications. Ensure compliance with standards and regulations, diagnose causes of malfunction and testing products using various equipment, and establishing and implementing test parameters.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Responsibilities:

• Gather parts, engineering drawings, and test data to follow written procedures or apply knowledge of proper system assemblies.
• Work with technicians and engineers during assembly of the accelerator systems and/or components
• Hands-on support, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
• Calibrate and test electrical components.
• Perform maintenance, modifcation, and repair of parts using specific equipment procedures.
• Operate various hand and power tools and apparatus required to fabricate equipment.
• Apply and practice Quality Assurance processes to ensure products are within tolerances and safe to deliver to customers.
• Communicate and interface with customers, team members and individuals with technical discussions and solutions.
• Aid in the loading and/or unloading incoming and/or outgoing shipments.
• Assist with shipping accelerator systems by creating crates and packaging of components after the final test.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and maintain safety certifications for forklift operation, DOT HAZMAT shipping, and overhead cranes.
• Maintain a clean work environment for accurate and efficient custom product builds.

Required Skills:

• High mechanical aptitude
• Basic carpentry and math skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Electrical aptitude and safety competence
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to read and understand blueprints to assemble accelerator systems
• Familiarity with radiation and material hazard protocol and safety
• Ability to use power tools and common hand tools such as a saw, nail gun, wrench, screwdriver.
• Ability to use forklift, pallet jack, hand lifts, and overhead crane.
• Knowledge of plumbing for liquid and air-colling systems.

Work Environment:Warehouse setting

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for prolonged periods of time when fabricating equipment and performing maintenance work.
• Frequently exposed to dust, dirt, grease, or oil when fabricating and maintaining equipment.
• Frequently required to work in uncomfortable or confined workspaces when fabricating and repairing equipment.
• Ability to perform a high degree of manual dexterity.
• Ability to perform operations of lifting, bending, crouching, squatting, twisting, and reaching overhead.
• Eyesight vision of, or corrected to 20/20.

Travel:Occasional international travel is required.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in mechanical or technical field preferred.
• Previous hands-on mechanical experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.