Precision Assembly Technician — Die Casting Components

Pace Industries, LLC; North Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Structured career development programs

401(k) with company match

Healthcare: Medical coverage, HSA, and

Dental & Vision plans

Life Insurance: Employer-provided

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Orion Castings, Cambridge Division (North Billerica), is seeking a Precision Assembly Technician. The role involves assembling high-precision die cast components with a microscope, following precise instructions, and documenting steps. Expect a 6:00 AM start, 4:30 PM wrap, and three-day weekends most weeks.

You will collaborate with engineers to refine methods, maintain a safe workspace, and ensure quality records throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving and attention to detail are essential.
• Team-first mindset with professional, courteous communication.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools and fixtures.
• Experience using basic test equipment to run simple functional checks is a plus.
• Familiarity with light-duty machines such as drill presses, saws and grinders.

Responsibilities

• Interpret written and verbal instructions, including assembly drawings and procedures.
• Perform microscope-assisted assembly for select operations requiring fine detail.
• Complete accurate manufacturing and production records.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation and follow plant safety practices.
• Operate basic hand and power tools; use light-duty shop equipment (drill press, saws, grinders).
• Apply understanding of product flow to keep work moving efficiently.
• Partner with engineers to develop and improve assembly methods; help troubleshoot assembly challenges.
• Contribute to other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Tools familiarity

Test equipment

Light-duty machines

Tools

Drill press

Saws

Grinders

Job description

Join Orion Castings, Cambridge Division (North Billerica) as a Precision Assembly Technician

Picture your day starting at 6:00 AM in our 300,000-square-foot Cambridge Division. You review clear work instructions, gather your tools, and set up your station. With a microscope at the ready, you assemble high-precision die cast components that support aerospace, medical device, robotics, and defense programs. You collaborate with engineers to refine assembly methods, document every step with care, and finish the day in a spotless, safety-first workspace- wrapping by 4:30 PM with three-day weekends most weeks.

What You'll Do

• Interpret written and verbal instructions, including assembly drawings and procedures.
• Perform microscope-assisted assembly for select operations requiring fine detail.
• Complete accurate manufacturing and production records.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation and follow plant safety practices.
• Operate basic hand and power tools; use light-duty shop equipment (drill press, saws, grinders).
• Apply an understanding of product flow to keep work moving efficiently.
• Partner with engineers to develop and improve assembly methods; help troubleshoot assembly challenges.
• Contribute to other related tasks as needed.

What You Bring

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Team-first mindset with professional, courteous communication.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools and fixtures.
• Experience using basic test equipment to run simple functional checks (a plus).
• Familiarity with light-duty machines such as a drill press, saws, and grinders.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
• Hours: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday

Benefits That Back Your Future

• Growth & Education: Tuition reimbursement and structured career development programs
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Healthcare: Medical coverage, HSA, and FSA
• Dental & Vision: Comprehensive plans
• Life Insurance: Employer-provided
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO)

Why Orion Castings

Orion Castings is North America's leading full-service aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting manufacturer. Since 1970, we've delivered top-tier parts and assemblies for major customers and continually push the limits of what manufacturing can do. Our Cambridge Division, founded in 1945, has provided contract die casting worldwide for more than 80 years.

We build careers, not just jobs - many team members celebrate 20+ years here. Start here, grow here, and retire here.