Pallet Division Assembly Technician

Ascentec Engineering is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our Pallet Division. As an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of electronic assembly tooling, we are looking for a motivated individual to join our day shift team (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.).

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, quick-turn manufacturing environment and possess strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and hands-on assembly skills. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and contribute effectively as part of a high-performing team.

This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Job Responsibilities: Including, but not limited to:

• Work with precision machined parts while assembling, cleaning, deburring, sanding & lapping
• Use of power and hand tools: chop saw, drills, Dremel, torque drivers, files, pneumatic sanders, etc.
• Installation of hardware and electromechanical assemblies
• Preventative maintenance for selected handheld tools
• Check parts using basic measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures and dial gauges
• Other tasks as defined by leadership

Job Qualification/Experience & Technical Skills:

• 1 year in a production/manufacturing environment highly preferred, but not required
• Experience installing rivets, studs, standoffs and Heli coils, a plus
• Able to read and understand project specifications, blueprints and drawings
• Use of Microsoft Office tools

Personal Qualifications:

• Critical Thinker and Ability to Problem Solve
• Self-Starter/Self-Motivated/Flexible/Detail oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Detail Oriented and Quality Oriented - "do it right the first time"
• Positive customer focused attitude and outlook
• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment
• Professional demeanor, respectful towards people in all situations and honest with good integrity
• Flexible and willing to help others, as needs and tasks change often
• Team Player with strong communications skills.
• Willing to work flex hours as need arises (e.g. short overtime notice & Saturday OT)

Working Conditions:

• Standing, reaching, bending down & over, squeezing, and lifting throughout an 8 hr/shift. Constantly lifting up to 10 lbs.- must ask for help in lifting over 35 lbs.
• Typically sitting while doing actual assembly
• Noise level in production is low to moderate, although using an air nozzle and the Water Jet cutting noise can be high pitched for a few seconds
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Compensation/Benefits:

• $18 to $22 per hour DOE
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off / paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.