Lead Transformer Final Assembly Technician

Balance Staffing - San Jose; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Balance Staffing - San Jose is seeking a Lead Transformer Final Assembly Technician to lead tanking, final assembly, and vacuum oil filling operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers. The role supports active parts preparation, component installation, and readiness for inspection and downstream production.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in transformer final assembly, tanking, and oil filling, and will contribute to ramp-up efforts, process

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or assembly environment.
• 3+ years of experience in liquid-filled transformer manufacturing, final assembly, tanking, oil.

Responsibilities

• Lead tanking and final assembly operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers.
• Operate and support vacuum oil filling equipment and related final assembly steps.
• Inspect components and assemblies for conformance and quality throughout the build process.
• Handle material staging and equipment setup to maintain efficient workflow and traceability.
• Support training and onboarding of new operators during ramp-up and share best practices.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Lead Transformer Final Assembly Technician is responsible for leading tanking, final assembly, and vacuum oil filling operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, process requirements, and quality standards. This role includes preparation of active parts for tanking, installation of final components and accessories, operation of vacuum oil filling equipment, and execution of assembly activities required for inspection and downstream production readiness.

This position is intended for experienced manufacturing personnel who will serve as part of the seed team during facility ramp-up, supporting process stabilization, operator training, equipment readiness, and production quality.

Tanking & Final Assembly Operations

• Perform tanking and final assembly operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers in accordance with engineering drawings, bills of material, and work instructions


• Prepare active parts and related assemblies for tanking, including fit-up, alignment, and readiness verification


• Lower, position, and install transformer assemblies into tanks using approved methods and equipment


• Install covers, bushings, fittings, switches, hardware, and related transformer accessories in accordance with design requirements


• Complete final assembly steps required for inspection, filling, and downstream production readiness


• Support development and refinement of standard work and best practices for final assembly operations during ramp-up

Vacuum Oil Filling Operations

• Operate and support setup of vacuum oil filling equipment in accordance with approved work instructions, process requirements, and quality standards


• Prepare units for vacuum oil filling, sealing, and related final assembly steps


• Perform insulating liquid filling operations for oil-filled or ester-filled transformers using approved equipment and procedures


• Monitor filling operations for equipment status, process conformance, cleanliness, and completion of required steps


• Support troubleshooting of filling equipment, filling process issues, or non-conforming conditions in coordination with maintenance, engineering, and supervision as needed


• Handle insulating liquids and related materials in a safe and controlled manner

Quality Control & Inspection

• Inspect components, tanks, fittings, hardware, and related materials prior to use for condition, completeness, and conformance


• Verify fit-up, alignment, preparation status, accessory installation, and final assembly readiness throughout the build process


• Perform in-process dimensional and visual checks using standard measurement and inspection tools in accordance with work instructions


• Identify defects such as poor fit-up, damaged components, missing hardware, contamination concerns, or non-conforming assembly conditions and take corrective action


• Accurately log production data, material traceability, and quality yields into the ERP or production tracking system


• Identify recurring assembly or quality issues and support corrective actions to improve consistency and reduce rework

Material Handling

• Safely handle transformer components, active parts, tanks, fittings, hoses, hardware, and related materials using appropriate lifting or handling equipment


• Use overhead cranes, hoists, fixtures, and other approved devices as required


• Stage materials and equipment to support efficient workflow while maintaining organization and traceability

Tools, Equipment & Workplace Standards

• Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, hoses, valves, fittings, fixtures, and related equipment required for tanking, final assembly, and vacuum oil filling operations


• Perform routine equipment and tool checks and report issues as needed


• Support troubleshooting of equipment, tooling, or process issues as required


• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with company standards

Training & Team Support

• Support training and qualification of new operators during factory ramp-up


• Share assembly best practices, workmanship expectations, filling process knowledge, and quality standards with team members


• Assist supervisors in identifying process gaps, training needs, and improvement opportunities


• Interface with upstream and downstream production operations as required by production flow

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or assembly environment


• 3+ years of experience in liquid-filled transformer manufacturing, final assembly, tanking, oil