Sub Assembly Technician 1

The Council of Industry; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

The Council of Industry is seeking a Sub Assembly Tech in New York to complete sub-assembly orders by performing mechanical and electrical tasks according to drawings, schematics, and shop manuals. This role supports lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts while ensuring accurate component placement and operation.

You’ll work in a team-focused environment with training opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits. OSHA safety compliance and proper tool use are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Understanding electrical fundamentals and ability to read schematics.
• Mechanical assembly or repair experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with standard shop tools (hand/electric).
• Troubleshooting mechanical/electrical components and control mechanisms.
• Moderate computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Clear communication with team and supervisors.
• Ability to perform basic math in all units and decimals.
• Lean manufacturing principles and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Responsibilities

• Supports lean culture and participates in daily lean meetings.
• Assembles sub-assemblies per quality checklists.
• Ensures proper component placement with sealant and torque.
• Operates forklift for material placement after MPI training.
• Operates hoist and lift tables after MPI training.
• Follows all safety procedures and OSHA standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Mechanical assembly

Read blueprints

Shop tools

Troubleshooting

LEAN principles

MS Office

Safety procedures

Team communication

Basic math

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Hoist

Job description

Overview

Step into a New Job with Endless Opportunities!!

The Sub Assembly Tech will complete sub assembly job orders by performing mechanical and electrical tasks required to achieve a finished sub assembly product. This is accomplished by viewing drawings, prints, schematics, and shop manuals to ensure proper component placement and operation.

MPI drives a LEAN culture, focused on customer service excellence. We do this by working to simplify our processes and driving out waste or non-value-added activities. We value participation at all levels and invest in our employees’ training to achieve continuous development of our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Supports MPI lean culture and initiatives by attending and participating in daily lean meetings while supporting efforts to make continuous improvements throughout MPI.
• Follow Quality Control assembly check lists to assemble sub-assemblies and machines.
• Proper component placement with appropriate sealant and torque as required.
• Operate forklift for material placement, upon completion of MPI training.
• Operate hoist and lift tables, upon completion of MPI training.
• Follow all Personal Protection Procedures and Requirements.
• Compliance of all OSHA and MPI Safety Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Understanding of electrical fundamentals and the ability to read and interpret schematics, ability to comprehend circuits and components.
• Mechanical experience in assembly or repair.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with standard shop tools, hand and electric, such as drill, jigsaw, and tap.
• Moderate skill and ability to perform technical trouble shooting and diagnostics of mechanical and electrical components and control mechanisms.
• Moderate computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively with employees of organizations including fellow workers, engineering staff and supervisors.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• MPI is a LEAN company and maintaining your work area and tools in a clean, safe, and organized manner is a requirement.
• Assist and support lean manufacturing initiates within the department and other areas as requested.
• Valid driver’s license: checked and verified by MPI Insurance carrier if driving MPI vehicles.

Company Website

www.mpi-systems.com

Why Join MPI

• Competitive salary range of $22-$24 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO.
• Be part of an innovative company that invests in your growth.
• Work with advanced technologies in a collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that make an impact on global manufacturing.
• Opportunity for career advancement.