Mechanical Tech / Assembler - Full-time / Part-time

A manufacturer in Rancho Santa Margarita needs an experienced Mechanical Tech/Assembler for several projects. This individual performs precision assembly and subassembly of valves and actuators to meet critical operating requirements with close tolerances. We are looking for someone that has a strong mechanical ability. Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus!

This is a temporary position that is expected to last through the end of the year, possibly longer. It’s a 1st shift schedule (6AM to 2:30PM), with possible overtime. The pay is $16 to $18 an hour, based on experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• Makes judgments regarding the most efficient mounting methods/locations for the various accessories based on required function, cost, and maintainability.
• Checks parts for cleanliness, fit, finishes, and defects in material or workmanship.
• Uses assembly fixtures, hand and power tools, and testing devices, as required.
• Selects and uses gauges and measuring instruments to test for leakage.
• Detects and reports faulty operation and/or defective material to supervisor.
• Completes neat, clean test reports and other required paperwork on the tested valves and actuators.
• Keeps work area and equipment neat and orderly, including returning department fixtures and tools to their proper storage at the end of each task.
• Hooks up and moves material, equipment and products to, within and from the work area by hand, pallet jack, forklift or overhead crane.
• Performs other assembly or assembly-related tasks, as assigned and under supervision of experienced assembler.

Qualifications and Skill:

• Experience and knowledge of a manufacturing environment
• Must have sufficient understanding of all the company’s products to assemble, perform all normal tests, and troubleshoot and find solutions to problems with minimal supervision.
• Must have sufficient knowledge of normally used pneumatic-actuator accessories (manual, pneumatic, elect pneumatic, and electronic devices).
• Able to work from complex and detailed assembly drawings.
• Must possess good maintenance mechanical skills to assemble, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot medium to large valve assemblies.
• Must be able to follow associated instrumentation from drawings and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, and schematics is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.