Assy Test Tech 'A' Navy

RBC Bearings Incorporated; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 41,562 - 52,362; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking an Assy Test Tech 'A' in South El Monte, California. This role involves assembling pneumatic and hydraulic valves, performing tests to ensure unit functionality, and analyzing results. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, fluency in blueprint interpretation, and relevant equipment knowledge. The position offers a salary range of $30.17 to $38.01 per hour, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience or training, or five years with a high school diploma.
• Ability to operate and maintain test equipment.
• Experience in team settings and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conducts high pressure and cryogenic testing safely.
• Assembles and tests valves and filters according to specifications.
• Analyzes and documents test results and makes necessary adjustments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Good communication skills

Judgment in decision making

Blueprint interpretation

Knowledge of test equipment

Proficiency in MS Office

Basic plant operations knowledge

Education

Two-year certificate from college or technical school

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Tools

Instron machines

Mass spectrometer

Job description

Overview

Title: Assy Test Tech 'A' Navy

Date: Oct 2, 2025

Location: South El Monte, US, 91733

Company: VACCO Industries an RBC Company

Summary

Assembles pneumatic and hydraulic valves, partially or completely, and conducts a variety of tests on systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure unit functions according to acceptance procedures or to determine cause of unit failure by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Conducts high pressure and cryogenic testing safely.
• Working from blueprints assembles and tests various valves and filters within allotted timeframe and insures conformance with assembly performance tests specifications.
• Working from blueprints, work orders, quality control test manuals, performance specifications, schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.
• Calibrates test instruments according to specifications.
• Analyzes test results related to the design and test objectives, modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications.
• Records these test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data and recommendations for changes in product or test method.
• Compares results with specifications and documents test data.
• Assembles various quiet disc stacks.
• Analyzes test results on defective units to determine cause of failure.
• Verifies dimensions of mechanical parts using hand-held measuring equipment such as micrometers, indicators and depth mikes.
• Verifies dimensions of mechanical parts using hand-held measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of chem etching (markings), tube bending and how to clean parts in pre-clean.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as Instron machines, AstroMed and mass spectrometer.
• Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, quality control personnel and others regarding testing procedures and results to resolve problems.
• Capable of operating airborne and structure borne noise measurement equipment.

Qualifications

• Possess interpersonal skills required to build relationships and work in a team environment.
• Possess good leadership skills.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to use good judgment in decision making and problem solving.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint and schematic drawings.
• Working knowledge of standard test equipment i.e. data recorders, pressure transducers and gauges, flow measuring devices, environmental chambers, thermo-coupling, and helium leak detectors.
• Proficiency in the use of MS software such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Basic knowledge of plant operations and processes.
• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Two-year certificate from college or technical school; with three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or a High School Diploma or GED Certificate and five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment Information

This position requires U.S. citizenship.

To formally apply, please complete the following step: Visit the VACCO Careers Portal and search for the position using the exact job title provided in this posting. Ensure you follow all on-screen instructions to submit your application successfully.

Compensation

MIN: $30.17 - $38.01.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable to California. This range is the company\'s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role based on the position\'s responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate\'s specific experience, education, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities: This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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