Assembly Operator

Mpd-Inc; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

ESOP after eligibility

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Climate-controlled environment

Job summary

Mpd-Inc is seeking an Assembly Operator to read schematics, align components, and assemble electro‑mechanical parts on-site in Owensboro, KY. The role emphasizes soldering, brazing, testing, and quality documentation in a climate-controlled environment.

The position involves standing, bending, and using calipers or rulers to verify specifications, with a strong focus on accuracy and safety. Benefits include a 401(k) with employer match, ESOP eligibility, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and health

Qualifications

• Reasonable knowledge of basic math and measurement.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and schematics.
• Good color perception to inspect parts and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Read and decipher schematics and assembly instructions.
• Assemble components using hand tools and machines; solder and braze as required.
• Perform quality checks and document results; maintain accurate records.
• Process, inspect, test, audit and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading schematics

Basic math

Color vision

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Microscopes

Vapor degreaser

Job description

The Assembly Operator will read and decipher schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions and positions or aligns components and parts manually, then using hand tools and machines to assemble parts. The Operator uses glues, solder, and mechanical fastening devices to connect sub-assemblies together, performs quality checks on completed components, and updates workflow documents.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSolder, braze and assemble high quality/high reliability electro-mechanical assemblies for the military and commercial markets. In addition, process, inspect, test, audit and perform surveillance to insure parts, finished product and processes meet visual, dimensional, mechanical and/or electrical specifications.Read and understand work instructions.Solder small to large components parts.Assemble components using screws, nuts, washers, and various hand tools.Brazing in hydrogen furnace.Cleaning soldered parts and boards in vapor degreaser.Process, inspect, test, brand, package and ship finished product.Maintain legible and accurate quality records. These may include but not limited to process and assembly travelers, scrap reporting documents, product traceability tags, test/inspection status documents and initial design and life test data.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESWork closely with supervisor to meet customer needs.Maintain a clean and safe work area.Perform other duties as assigned.Use hand tools to assemble componentsMust have a reasonable knowledge of basic mathAble to understand and operate monitoring and measuring devices, such as calipers and rulersAble to follow all safe handling procedures for solvents such as alcohol, methanol, and acetonesWork using various visual aid equipment such as microscopes and magnifiersMust be able to understand written work instructions and specifications to accurately interpret and record dataMust have good color perception to inspect product, operate equipment and perform testsPosition requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, sitting, and reaching motions.BenefitsBenefits are available on the first day of employment.Company-sponsored life and short-term disability insurance.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.Health Savings Account when paired with a high deductible medical plan.401k retirement savings plan with an employer match of up to 4%.100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after meeting eligibility requirements.Paid time off, including Vacation, Personal or Discretionary (Sick), and ten (10) paid company holidays.Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses.Climate-controlled work environment.Consistent weekday schedules provide exceptional work-life balance.