Assembler Temporary

Vantedge Medical Company; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vander-Bend is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Assembler in Stockton, CA. This onsite, full-time role involves building mechanical assemblies per customer documentation and Vander-Bend standards. Family with basic math and the ability to read instructions is required.

You will use hand, electric, and pneumatic tools, log labor hours, and participate in continuous improvement meetings. Swing shift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires 1 year of previous assembly work.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic problems.
• Understand moderately complex written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components into higher level products following documentation.
• Follow MPI, blueprints, or verbal assembly instructions.
• Use hand, electric, and pneumatic tools to complete operations.

Skills

Reading & arithmetic

Written & verbal instructions

Tool handling

Tools

Hand tools

Electric tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Description

Mechanical Assembler

Onsite | Full-Time | Permanent

Swing Shift | Hourly | $19 - $20

We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.

About Us:

Vander-Bend is a U.S.-based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers, enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted, domestic manufacturing, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation at scale—redefining AI infrastructure for the future.

We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical, the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.

About this Opportunity:

This position is responsible for building mechanical assemblies in accordance with customer-supplied assembly documentation and Vander-Bend manufacturing standards. This is the entry level position in the Mechanical Assembly series.

Responsibilities:

• Assembles mechanical components (sheet metal and machined parts, hardware, rivets, and purchased mechanical components) into higher level products.
• Follows written or electronic assembly instructions which may be in the form of “MPI"s" (Manufacturing Process Instructions), blueprints, and verbal instructions.
• Uses primarily hand tools for assembly, including mechanical tools such as manual, electric, and pneumatic screwdrivers, wrenches, and riveters.
• Sets up parts in work area, selects tools required to complete the operation.
• Assures accurate logging of labor hours and accurate part quantities into Visual Manufacturing ERP
• Reviews completion of previous operations and notifies the lead if omission or discrepancy from a previous operation is detected.
• Ensures proper handling and stacking of parts to avoid damage.
• Cleans work area.
• Participates in department meetings, identifies barriers to efficient operations, and need for additional or improved tools, fixtures, or methods, and communicates improvement ideas to area lead or supervisor.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Requires 1 year of previous assembly work.

Knowledge / Skills:

Ability to:

• read, write and perform basic arithmetic problems
• understand moderately complex written and verbal instructions
• use basic hand, electric, and pneumatic tools used in performing specific operator requirements
• Physical Requirements: Some assigned tasks for this position may involve “Medium work” and some may involve “Heavy Work” as defined below. The hiring authority may review the applicant’s physical ability based on the specific tasks to be assigned:

1. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
2. Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.