Production Assembler I-III

Crane Company; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronics in Lynnwood, WA is hiring a Production Assembler I-III to join a high‑volume manufacturing cell. You will perform assembly tasks, inspect components, and operate equipment with attention to quality and safety standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of assembly experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and basic computer skills. Monday–Friday shifts available with overtime as needed to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and related techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proficient English.
• High School diploma or equivalent; soldering certificate or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned assembly tasks.
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean, mark, and inspect components and subassemblies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in established operations within at least two area processes.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly.
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery.
• Follow health and safety procedures and handle chemicals safely.
• Report difficulties affecting quality to lead or supervisor.
• Interpret production or engineering prints and assembly aids.
• Participate in team meetings for process improvement.
• Maintain clean work area and support CBS initiatives.

Skills

Assembly experience

Verbal and written communication

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Reading comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering equipment

Microscopes

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity fora Production Assembler I-III at our Lynnwood, WA location.

Hours are Monday - Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM or 2:30pm-11:00pm

Job Summary:

The Assembler II - Production works under supervision performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Assembler II – Production communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection.

Essential Functions:

• Perform assigned assembly tasks
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within at least 2 area processes
• Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
• Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect the correctness and quality of the work in process
• Understand daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are working in
• Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues.
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; Proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
• Complete job-related company training courses as assigned
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

• Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits
• Perform inventory cycle counts
• May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-5 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Basic computer skills, e-mail etc. (understanding of basic software)
• Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification
• Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule
• Designated Inspection certification
• Ability to assist in the creation of sequence of operations and installation requirements based on review and understanding of drawings and oral instructions
• Ability to perceive and pre-determine sequence of operations and installation requirements from sketches and oral instructions

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses

Workspace: assembly cell

Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristics or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, or U.S. military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law, in recruiting, hiring, training and promoting.

Salary Range:

Level I: $20.76-$25.87

Level II: $21.71-$27.84

Level III: $21.96-$28.95

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.