Manufacturing Assembler – Soldering & Paint Touch-Up

Dayton-Granger, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. is hiring a Manufacturing Assembler for on-site work in Fort Lauderdale, FL, performing soldering and detailed cosmetic touch-up of small electrical and mechanical parts. The role requires precision, steady hand‑eye coordination, and adherence to quality standards.

The position is full-time, 1st shift, 40 hours per week, with hours 6am-2:30pm, Monday to Friday. Prior assembly and soldering experience is preferred, and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year in manufacturing/production environment.
• 1+ year assembling small parts in manufacturing (electronics/mechanical) preferred.
• 1+ year soldering experience.
• Experience with adhesives, epoxies, or bonding materials.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small electrical and mechanical components using hand tools and work instructions.
• Perform detail paint touch-up to correct cosmetic defects and ensure visual quality.
• Prepare parts for final inspection by removing masking materials.
• Visually inspect surface quality, color consistency and workmanship.
• Perform light soldering on small components.
• Read and follow blueprints and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with any additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Hand tools

Soldering

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Fine motor skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Epoxies & adhesives

Job description

Immediately Hiring: Manufacturing Assembler – Soldering & Touch Up

Company: DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG)

Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Location: On-site in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Shift: 1st Shift, 40 hours/week, 8-hours/day

Hours: 6am-2:30 pm Monday-Friday

About Us: YouTube - DAYTON-GRANGER, INC (DG)

Direct Hire, Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, Work-Life Balance, Stability, Growth Opportunities
Position Overview:

Dayton-Granger, Inc. (DG) is a third-generation, family-owned aerospace manufacturer that has specialized in the design, testing, and production of antennas, lightning protection systems, and electrostatic components for commercial and military aircraft worldwide since 1943 (over 83 years!). What makes DG unique is that engineering, testing, and manufacturing all occur under one roof - allowing for close collaboration, deep technical expertise, and fast response to customer needs.

We’re immediately hiring Manufacturing Assemblers to join our team full-time. This is a hands‑on manufacturing role focused on the assembly and soldering of small electrical and mechanical components, along with detailed cosmetic paint touch-up to ensure finished parts meet our quality standards.

You’ll work with small, detailed components performing assembly, light soldering, adhesive bonding, and precision paint touch-up to correct minor surface imperfections prior to final inspection. This is a great fit for someone with previous manufacturing assembly experience who is comfortable working with small parts, has strong hand‑eye coordination, and takes pride in clean, precise workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble small electrical and mechanical components using hand tools and work instructions
• Perform detailed paint touch-up to correct minor cosmetic defects and ensure parts meet visual quality standards
• Remove masking materials and prepare parts for final inspection
• Visually inspect parts for surface quality, color consistency, and overall workmanship
• Perform light soldering on small, detailed components
• Mix, apply, and cure epoxies and adhesives using taping, fixturing, and oven processes
• Read and follow blueprints, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety and quality procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management
• Comply with all DG safety procedures and policies as directed by the Facility Engineer/Safety Director

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Minimum 1 year of experience assembling small parts in a manufacturing setting (electronics or mechanical assembly preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year of soldering experience
• Experience using hand tools and working with small, detailed components
• Experience working with adhesives, epoxies, or bonding materials
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and work instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Strong hand‑eye coordination and fine motor skills
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred but not required:

• Experience performing fine paint touch-up or cosmetic surface correction on parts (highly preferred)
• Background in aerospace or electronic component manufacturing

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, in compliance with company policy and applicable law.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets.

Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 8 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.

Benefits:

• Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401(k) match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Mental health benefits.
• Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Access to advanced technology and resources.
• Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
• Team-building activities.

Compliance Notice:

• Equal Opportunity Statement: Dayton-Granger, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
• Export Compliance Notice: This position requires access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by these regulations.