Rack & Stack Assembler

AMAX; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Flexible spending account

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Job summary

AMAX in Fremont, CA is seeking an Assembly Technician to build and verify electronics hardware. You will follow MPI instructions, read blueprints and BOMs, and assemble systems with attention to detail.

You will unpack components, document work, label cables, and ensure ESDS-safe practices while meeting production deadlines. Travel to client sites may be required. AMAX offers comprehensive benefits and steady full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or college coursework is a plus.
• Previous assembly experience in electronics, computer hardware, or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and understand assembly instructions, production orders and control documentation.
• Experience using hand tools and light power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures and quality standards.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet production deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel to client sites to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and deployment services.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and verify components per MPI, blueprints, specifications, and BOMs.
• Unpack chassis and components and prepare them for production.
• Assemble systems and subassemblies with proper fit and secure components.
• Scan serial numbers into MES for tracking and traceability.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and timely.
• Prepare accessories, apply labels, and perform visual inspections before packaging.
• Package finished products according to BOM and shipping requirements.
• Maintain an ESD-safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Support production schedules and overtime as needed.
• Assist with production floor audits, cycle counts, and inventory activities.
• Follow 5S principles to keep a clean, safe, organized area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or college coursework (plus)

Tools

Hand tools

Light power tools

Job description

• Install rack rails and mount servers into rack solutions according to specifications
• Verify status indicators and operational readiness of servers, switches, routers, modems, and other network devices
• Inspect and verify power connections for servers and network equipment
• Install and verify network cables, cable connections, and associated hardware
• Apply cable labels and organize cabling according to company standards and CCD requirements
• Identify and understand the basic functions of server, storage, network, and rack components
• Perform rack-and-stack activities, including installation, cabling, and configuration support for servers, storage systems, and networking equipment
• Communicate quality concerns and potential issues effectively to supervisors and team members
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while performing installation and verification tasks
• Prepare work by reviewing assembly instructions (MPI), blueprints, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Verify and gather required parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials before assembly
• Unpack chassis and components and prepare them for production
• Assemble systems and subassemblies by ensuring proper fit and securing components according to work instructions
• Scan component serial numbers into the manufacturing execution system (MES) for tracking and traceability
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and timely
• Prepare accessories, apply labels, and perform visual inspections of completed systems prior to packaging
• Package finished products according to BOM and shipping requirements
• Maintain an ESD-safe work environment and follow all safety procedures
• Support production schedules by following supervisor instructions and working overtime when required
• Assist with production floor audits, cycle counts, and inventory activities
• Follow 5S principles to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support additional production and manufacturing operations as needed
• Contribute to team objectives and continuous improvement initiatives

Rack integration

• Install rack rails and mount servers into rack solutions according to specifications
• Verify status indicators and operational readiness of servers, switches, routers, modems, and other network devices
• Inspect and verify power connections for servers and network equipment
• Install and verify network cables, cable connections, and associated hardware
• Apply cable labels and organize cabling according to company standards and CCD requirements
• Identify and understand the basic functions of server, storage, network, and rack components
• Perform rack-and-stack activities, including installation, cabling, and configuration support for servers, storage systems, and networking equipment
• Communicate quality concerns and potential issues effectively to supervisors and team members
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while performing installation and verification tasks

Assembly

• Prepare work by reviewing assembly instructions (MPI), blueprints, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Verify and gather required parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials before assembly
• Unpack chassis and components and prepare them for production
• Assemble systems and subassemblies by ensuring proper fit and securing components according to work instructions
• Scan component serial numbers into the manufacturing execution system (MES) for tracking and traceability
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and timely
• Prepare accessories, apply labels, and perform visual inspections of completed systems prior to packaging
• Package finished products according to BOM and shipping requirements
• Maintain an ESD-safe work environment and follow all safety procedures
• Support production schedules by following supervisor instructions and working overtime when required
• Assist with production floor audits, cycle counts, and inventory activities
• Follow 5S principles to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support additional production and manufacturing operations as needed
• Contribute to team objectives and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or college coursework is a plus
• Previous assembly experience in the electronics, computer hardware, or manufacturing industry preferred
• Ability to read and understand assembly instructions, production orders and control documentation
• Experience using hand tools and light power tools safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures and quality standards
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet production deadlines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Soldering experience is a plus but not required
• Travel to client sites to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and deployment services

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality standards

Benefits

• Pay range for this position is between $18 and $22 per hour and will be dependent on the candidate's experience
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Commuter benefits
• Disability insurance

We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!

About AMAX

Established in 1979, AMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in transforming standard IT systems into advanced, high-performance computing solutions. Catering to industries such as AI, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and high-performance computing, AMAX has set benchmarks in innovation, including pioneering liquid-cooled HPC systems for the semiconductor industry. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, AMAX offers end-to-end services from design and manufacturing to deployment. Committed to addressing the growing demands of AI, AMAX delivers advanced solutions that help organizations achieve their technology goal and drive progress on a global scale. To learn more about AMAX's advanced AI solutions, visit amax.com.

Join Us

Become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your technical expertise and innovative thinking. Together, we'll push the boundaries of what's possible in the hardware industry.

AMAX is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.