Assembly Technician

Staffmark; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits (medical,Dental

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring an Assembly Technician in El Cajon, CA. The role involves assembling parts, inspecting work, and supporting manufacturing goals on the 2nd shift (1:30pm–10:00pm).

Pay rate ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour with weekly pay and comprehensive benefits. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and dependable attendance in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Manufacturing or manual machine experience is preferred.
• Ability to operate equipment and follow safety guidelines.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to work under changing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products/components and verify materials.
• Inspect completed work and package finished items.
• Operate basic production tools and assist daily manufacturing goals.
• Follow work instructions and maintain organized work areas.
• Identify quality concerns and contribute to safe operations.

Skills

Operate equipment

Safety procedures

Read instructions

Basic hand tools

Measurement skills

Prioritization

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Manufacturing experience preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

Now hiring for a Assembly Technician
Location: El Cajon, CA
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Schedule: 2nd shift 1:30pm to 10:00pm

No Desk Jobs, Just Real Work and Good Pay.

Looking for Assembly Technician jobs in El Cajon where teamwork and steady production make a difference? This opportunity lets you assemble products, inspect finished work, and help keep factory operations running safely, accurately, and efficiently.

Perform preparation and operate draw bench to draw metal rods into specified shapes and diameter. May perform a variety of general tasks including but not limited to coating, deburring, loading and moving material or tubes throughout facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIIBILITIES

• Prepare metal rod/tube for the cleaning, pointing/swaging and draw bench processes.
• Manually position and secure specified die and place metal rod/tube into draw bench.
• Manually move levers and buttons to set draw speed and operation.
• Inserts pointed end of rod through die and into holding jaws.
• Manually place long metal tubes into pointer machine for swaging process.
• Manually coat material/tubes with lubricating chemical.
• May mix chemicals to create lubrication.
• May perform cutting metal material by use of chop/abrasive saw.
• Provide assistance in department functions.
• May move parts from one operation to another throughout facility or within the department.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications.
• Observe and monitor machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
• May measure work piece dimensions.
• Maintain clean and orderly work environment.
• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and accepts constructive feedback.
• Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Prior manufacturing and/or manual machine operation experience preferred or equivalent of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate equipment and controlling operations and systems.
• Ability to follow all safety guidelines and protocols.
• Ability understand and follow standard operating and safety procedures.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use basic hand tools and measuring devices.
• Read and comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to handle, install and position material.
• Ability to use basic mathematical equations, including decimal calculations.
• Ability to work under frequent changing priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous factory, manufacturing, production, assembly, or warehouse experience is preferred.
• Experience working on production lines or assembling mechanical, electrical, or consumer products is beneficial.
• Knowledge of quality inspection, Lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and attention to detail are well positioned for success as a Assembly Technician.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive assembly tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift components, materials, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to safely handle parts and operate assembly tools or equipment.
• Ability to maintain productivity in a factory environment while following established safety procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

Solid Start to Gain Experience

"Good place to work for the experience," -Production/Assembly Worker

What You Will Do

As a Assembly Technician you will assemble products or components, verify materials, inspect completed work, operate basic production tools, package finished items, and support daily manufacturing goals. You will follow work instructions, maintain organized work areas, identify quality concerns, and contribute to safe, accurate, and efficient factory operations.

• Perform preparation and operate draw bench to draw metal rods into specified shapes and diameter.
• May perform a variety of general tasks including but not limited to coating, deburring, loading and moving material or tubes throughout facility.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIIBILITIES Prepare metal rod/tube for the cleaning, pointing/swaging and draw bench processes.
• Manually position and secure specified die and place metal rod/tube into draw bench.
• Manually move levers and buttons to set draw speed and operation.
• Inserts pointed end of rod through die and into holding jaws.
• Manually place long metal tubes into pointer machine for swaging process.
• Manually coat material/tubes with lubricating chemical.
• May mix chemicals to create lubrication.
• May perform cutting metal material by use of chop/abrasive saw.
• Provide assistance in department