Manufacturing Assembly Technician

Palomar Products, Inc.; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Assembly Technician. The role involves assembling components, performing rework, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills and experience in assembly tasks. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to follow complex instructions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience for Level II, 6-10 years for Level III.
• Understanding of testing and troubleshooting LRUs and circuit cards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components according to production standards.
• Perform mechanical rework and solder rework on CCAs.
• Assist with complex assembly tasks.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical Assembly

Soldering

Wire Preparation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PDF

Teams

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Assembly Technician

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Assembly Technician responsible for assembling parts and components according to the company's production standards. The successful candidate will work in a production environment and possess excellent attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Read work orders, follow production drawings and sample assemblies, or receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
2. Identify and label CCAs & LRUs.
3. Integrate and assemble CCAs to chassis sub-assemblies.
4. Perform mechanical rework per rework instructions.
5. Perform final unit level clean-up.
6. Perform conformal coat removal, touch-up, bonding on CCAs.
7. Prepare wires and perform basic wire wrap by understanding how to read and follow the Wire List, Cut List, and Work Instructions.
8. Assist with complex assembly tasks with guidance from manufacturing engineers.
9. Perform solder rework on CCAs with through-hole and SMT components.
10. Perform Wire Wrap at all levels from connector assembly to final unit assembly.
11. Review documentation such as DWGs, PLs, WLs, ECNs, EOs, and Work Instructions for errors or required changes.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, PDF, Teams, and online training tools.
• Mechanical assembly experience.
• Basic or proficient soldering and wire preparation skills.

Experience Levels & Compensation

• Level II: $49,650 - $55,000
  High School Diploma and 3-5 years of experience. Understanding of testing and troubleshooting LRUs and circuit cards.
• Level III: $55,000 - $62,100
  High School Diploma and 6-10 years of experience. Proficient in testing/troubleshooting, multiple project management, rework skills, and minimal guidance needed.

Physical Demands

Work involves physically demanding tasks including lifting (20-50 pounds), manual dexterity, standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and using safety equipment.

Work Environment

Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, mechanical parts, vibration, and loud noise levels.

Additional Information

This position requires either a US Person or an eligible non-US person for export compliance. Palomar Products is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.