Second-Shift Assembly Technician – Palletizer Systems

Colmac; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Columbia Machine Inc. in Vancouver, WA is seeking an Assembly Technician 3B for the Palletizer Division to support second shift (Tue-Fri 2:30PM-1:00AM). You’ll assemble machinery from blueprints and verbal instructions, handling pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical work.

The role requires reading hydraulic/pneumatic schematics, basic electrical knowledge, and proficiency with power tools. A high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years in assembly are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years in an assembly area or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Basic understanding of electrical prints and volt meters.
• Read electrical schematics and prints; work with related forms.
• Basic adjustment of system components.
• Wire switches per print and start wiring boxes.
• Read tape measure within 1/16".
• Identify and use SAE, Metric, Fine and Coarse fasteners.
• Drill and tap by hand, air or electric for assembly.
• Proficient with power tools.
• Work at various heights on ladders, platforms, and scissor lifts.
• Recognize basic equipment and prints for assembling.
• Create ERCs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean principles

Layout ability

Read prints

Tape measure

Electrical basics

Power tools

Team player

Mentorship

Multi-projects

Prints & schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–3 years assembly experience

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Jib Crane

Roll around toolbox

Job description

Columbia Machine Inc. in Vancouver, WA is seeking an Assembly Technician 3B for the Palletizer Division to support second shift (Tue-Fri 2:30PM-1:00AM). You’ll assemble machinery from blueprints and verbal instructions, handling pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical work.

The role requires reading hydraulic/pneumatic schematics, basic electrical knowledge, and proficiency with power tools. A high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years in assembly are preferred.