Associate Assembler

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Associate Assembler to perform mechanical, cable, harness, and PCB sub-assemblies in a shift-driven production setting. You will follow drawings and work instructions, install hardware, prep wires, perform testing, and maintain quality standards.

You will contribute to a safe, Lean-focused environment with opportunities to grow within a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with handling small delicate components is preferred.
• Warehouse experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly of mechanical, cable, harness, and PCB sub-assemblies per drawings and work instructions.
• Carry out basic assembly tasks including hardware installation, wire prep, auto-bonding, sleeving, pull testing, and torque tool use.
• Read production documents and ensure accurate assembly per routers and build instructions.
• Inspect finished work, troubleshoot basics, verify tooling, and ensure quality standards.
• Maintain a safe workplace by following safety procedures and PPE guidelines.
• Contribute to Lean and 6S initiatives to support continuous improvement.
• Support production goals and customer commitments in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Decision-making

Leadership

Small components handling

Warehouse experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Compensation

$22.00/hr + 15% shift differential for 3rd shift

Training Schedule

9x80 1st shift - 6:00am-3:30pm (every other Friday off)

Work Schedules

Sat-Wed 6:00pm - 6:00am, work every other Saturday 6:00pm - 6:00am
Wed-Sat 6:00pm - 6:00am, work every other Saturday 6:00pm - 6:00am

About the Opportunity

The Associate Assembler is responsible for performing assembly operations while ensuring products are built to quality, safety, and customer requirements. This role follows established work instructions and manufacturing documentation to support on-time delivery, continuous improvement initiatives, and a safe production environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform assembly of mechanical, cable, harness, and printed circuit board sub-assemblies, as well as preparation, spray application, and inspection tasks using drawings, models, and work instructions.
• Complete basic assembly operations, including hardware installation, wire preparation, auto-bonding, sleeving, pull testing, and torque tool operation.
• Read and follow production documentation, including routers, parts lists, build instructions, and other manufacturing records to ensure accurate product assembly.
• Inspect completed work, perform basic troubleshooting, verify tooling, and ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures, WHMIS requirements, and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through participation in Lean events, 6S activities, and other team-based process improvement efforts.
• Uphold the organization's mission, values, and culture while contributing to production goals, customer commitments, and operational excellence.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED

What Sets You Apart

• Strong decision-making and leadership skills
• Experience with handing small delicate components
• Warehouse experience

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.