Assembly Technician

Pratt Miller; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Miller is seeking an assembler for advanced prototype components, working with minimal supervision to build subassemblies and troubleshoot issues. The role emphasizes quality checks, collaboration with engineering, and guidance to Level 1 technicians.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in manual assembly, read assembly drawings, and maintain high safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in manual assembly.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience reading assembly drawings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble more complex prototype components and subassemblies with minimum supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues, identifying root causes.
• Perform advanced quality checks and tests on assembled prototypes.
• Collaborate and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Assist with training Level 1 technicians.
• Work independently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Skills

Manual assembly

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tools & equipment

Job description

About Pratt Miller, An Oshkosh Company

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

Job Summary

This role requires more independent assembly, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with some mentoring or Level 1 technicians.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Assemble more complex prototype components and subassemblies with minimum supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues, identifying root causes.
• Perform advanced quality checks and tests on assembled prototypes.
• Collaborate and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Assist with training Level 1 technicians.
• Work independently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in manual assembly.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret assembly drawings.
• Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in using a variety of tools and equipment.
• Good Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

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