General Assembly Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in San Diego is seeking a General Assembly Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. You will assemble components, follow established procedures, and help ensure product quality through hands-on work.

You will use hand and light power tools, read drawings and SOPs, and collaborate with teammates to meet production goals in a safe, organized environment.

Qualifications

• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and technical documentation.
• Comfortable using hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and pliers.
• Experience with light‑duty power tools, including electric drills, preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics is a plus.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate PDF documents.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic assembly and manufacturing tasks following written and verbal instructions.
• Assemble components while maintaining quality and accuracy standards.
• Utilize hand tools and light power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow technical documents, procedures, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Read and follow procedures

English communication

Job description

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented General Assembly Technician to join a growing manufacturing team in San Diego. This position is responsible for assembling components, following established procedures, and ensuring products meet quality standards. The ideal candidate enjoys hands‑on work, works well in a team environment, and takes pride in producing high‑quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform basic assembly and manufacturing tasks following written and verbal instructions
• Assemble components while maintaining quality and accuracy standards
• Utilize hand tools and light power tools safely and effectively
• Follow technical documents, procedures, and work instructions
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and technical documentation
• Comfortable using hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and pliers
• Experience with light‑duty power tools, including electric drills, preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics is a plus
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate PDF documents
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Required Skills

• Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to follow written work instructions and manuals
• Comfortable performing repetitive assembly tasks with accuracy
• Team‑oriented mindset and willingness to assist in other areas as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use hand tools and power tools throughout the shift
• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing assembly work

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