Second Shift Assembler

Summary

Assembles electronic components, subassemblies, or systems by following work orders and production drawings, ensuring quality, precision, and compliance with safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read work orders and follow production drawings or instructions.
• Assemble and secure parts using hand tools and fixtures.
• Perform intermediate tasks such as potting, sanding, or color coding.
• Inspect parts using basic testing methods.
• Handle and install finished assemblies into enclosures.
• Uphold Positronic’s standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 months of experience or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must pass appropriate testing to advance in the ABC program.

Physical

• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing.
• Occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Constant lifting of 0–20 lbs; occasional up to 40 lbs; rare up to 50 lbs.
• High level of hand and finger dexterity.
• Constant use of hands and arms for technical work.
• PPE includes safety glasses, nitrile and heat-resistant gloves as needed.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in production zone with frequent exposure to loud machines and nitrogen-based chemicals.

Shift: Second shift (Tuesday-Friday 3:45pm-2:15am). Being on the second shift, you will gain an additional $1.50/hr in a shift differential.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of English language rules, spelling, and grammar for reading instructions.
• Understanding of machines and tools used in basic assembly.
• Familiarity with production processes and quality standards.

Skills

• Active listening and communication to follow detailed instructions.
• Attention to detail for consistent quality during repetitive tasks.
• Time management to stay on pace with production flow.
• Proficient in using hand tools and positioning small parts.
• Able to read and comprehend work orders and technical documents.

Abilities

• Excellent hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity.
• Color vision and near-sight acuity for sorting accuracy.
• Ability to maintain focus during repetitive inspection tasks.
• Strong problem sensitivity and quick judgment.