Manufacturing - Assembler 2

Apex Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

HSA (HDHP)

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Assembler in San Diego, CA to build complex electronic, mechanical, and optical assemblies for measurement instruments. The role focuses on assembling optical benches, mirrors, PCBs, and spectrometers from detailed documentation, handling sensitive components, and meeting production priorities in a dynamic setting.

You will work onsite in a clean manufacturing environment, perform electrical and mechanical assembly, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of professional experience in manufacturing assembly or electromechanical assembly.
• Experience working from documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow assembly documentation to complete sub-assemblies, system assemblies, upgrades, or full instrument builds.
• Perform electronic assembly including crimping, soldering, and cable installation.
• Conduct mechanical assembly using basic hand tools.
• Perform optical alignment and calibration.
• Prepare instruments for technical review, certification, packaging, and shipment.
• Identify and document issues such as missing materials or alignment concerns.
• Troubleshoot and escalate issues to technical support when needed.
• Use computer systems to review schedules and track work orders.

Skills

4-6 yrs exp

Electrical assembly

Soldering

Crimping tools

Optical alignment

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering equipment

Crimping tools

Cable installation tools

Inspection gauges

Job description

Job Details

Job#: 3046633

Location: San Diego, California (100% Onsite)

Pay Rate: $23/hr to $25/hr

Duration: 12 months

Note: We are not able to consider C2C or third-party submissions

Role Overview

An opportunity is available for a Manufacturing Assembler responsible for building electronic, mechanical, and optical assemblies for measurement instruments and related systems. This is an assembly role, not a technician role, focused on constructing sophisticated components such as optical benches, mirrors, circuit boards, and spectrometers. The position requires working with sensitive components, moving independently from one task to the next while following documented instructions, and meeting production priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow assembly documentation to complete sub-assemblies, system assemblies, upgrades, or full instrument builds.
• Perform electronic assembly, including crimping, soldering, and cable installation.
• Conduct mechanical assembly using basic hand tools.
• Perform optical alignment and calibration.
• Prepare instruments or accessories for technical review, certification, packaging, and shipment.
• Identify and document issues such as missing materials, building discrepancies, or alignment concerns.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and elevate issues to technical support when necessary.
• Use computer systems to review schedules, manage tasks, and track work order progress.
• Communicate effectively with technicians, manufacturing engineers, and inventory control teams.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Candidates should have approximately 4-6 years of professional experience in manufacturing assembly, PCB/circuit board assembly, or electromechanical assembly. Experience working from documentation and procedures is required.

Education: A high school diploma or GED with relevant manufacturing experience is sufficient. No college degree is required.

Technical Skills: The position requires hands-on assembly skills, attention to detail, and a basic mechanical and electrical understanding. Candidates must have strong computer proficiency, including the ability to navigate software applications, manage files, and learn new systems. The role involves working carefully with sensitive components, including cable harnesses, small soldered parts, fibers, optical components, and mechanically aligned assemblies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in optics-related manufacturing or with spectrometers.
• Cleanroom experience is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

This role operates in a clean manufacturing environment with specialized work booths designed to reduce dust and improve visibility. It is not an assembly line environment. Heavy lifting is generally not required, as material handling processes and support are in place.

Employee Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program).
• 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure.
• certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' one may obtain from a team member.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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