Automation Assembly Technician - Hands-on Build & Test

Colanar; Deep River (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colanar is seeking a hands-on Assembly Technician to join our growing manufacturing team in a fast-paced, life‑sciences oriented environment. You will assemble, align, test, calibrate, and prepare complex automated equipment for operation, using drawings, prints, and 3D models.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning with on‑the‑job training; prior automation experience helps but is not required, and teamwork is essential to success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, drawings, schematics, and assembly documentation, or the willingness to learn.
• Willingness to learn new technical skills and work in a hands‑on manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble automated equipment using mechanical drawings, assembly prints, and 3D models.
• Perform mechanical assembly including fitting, fastening, sanding, polishing, grinding, alignment, and adjustment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Reading schematics

Quality orientation

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

3D models

Calipers / precision tools

Job description

Colanar is seeking a hands-on Assembly Technician to join our growing manufacturing team in a fast-paced, life‑sciences oriented environment. You will assemble, align, test, calibrate, and prepare complex automated equipment for operation, using drawings, prints, and 3D models.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning with on‑the‑job training; prior automation experience helps but is not required, and teamwork is essential to success.