Machine Operator/Assembly Technician

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Full-Time Department:

Production Salary Range:

$16-$19 per hour Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Production Machine Operator / Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision, safety, and consistent performance. You will work hands-on with production machinery, assemble components, and ensure products meet quality standards. Essential Duties Machine Operation & Setup Set up and operate production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Read and interpret customer drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to select, position, and secure machinery. Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, efficiently, and according to specifications. Safety & Maintenance Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures at all times. Report any issues to the Manufacturing Lead, Supervisor, Manager, or Safety Officer promptly. Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. Report defects or repair needs to the supervisor. Maintain general housekeeping of the assigned work area. Assembly & Production Read basic work orders, follow production drawings, sample assemblies, or verbal instructions. Position and align parts in specified relationships using fixtures or other holding devices. Perform mechanical assembly tasks such as crimping, staking, screwing, bolting, and riveting. Mount components—including transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets—onto printed circuit boards. Mount assembled components on to upper-level assemblies. Install finished assemblies or subassemblies. Documentation & Workflow Maintain department-specific records accurately and consistently. Work under close supervision from the Production Department Supervisor. Adhere to company attendance standards and maintain punctuality. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions. Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools and production equipment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean work environment. Reliable attendance and adherence to scheduled work hours. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is regularly required to walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to reach, handle or feel objects. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually at moderate levels.