Mechanical Assembly Technician

Department: Assembly Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Swagelok Northern California

Reporting To: Operations Manager

Compensation: $23.88 - $35.83 / hour

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform standard mechanical assembly tasks with minimal guidance, following work instructions, engineering drawings, and Swagelok Certified Process (CP) requirements.
•  Sequence own tasks and identify simple issues during the assembly process.
• Conduct basic inspections and measurements to confirm part and assembly conformity.
• Apply standard work and self-checks for accuracy, and follow quality documentation reliably.

• Demonstrate practical mechanical aptitude and correct tool usage, including torque tools and fixturing.
• Use tools correctly and perform simple maintenance or adjustments as needed.

• Read and interpret basic blueprints, work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) with growing accuracy.
• Enter accurate production information into production or inventory systems with minimal assistance.

• Complete housekeeping duties as assigned to maintain an efficient, accurate, and tidy facility.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles daily and identify minor process inefficiencies; maintain a tidy workspace and identify potential hazards.
• Identify and participate in continual process improvements.

• Manage daily workload independently and adjust when minor delays occur.
• Achieve Quality Objectives of Ship to Promise, Order Accuracy, and Inventory Accuracy.
• Follow company processes and standard work procedures.
• Align daily activities to company vision, mission, values, strategies, and goals.
• Adapt to changes in circumstances, direction, strategy, and work environment.
• Demonstrate passion, active listening, and empathy in all interactions to achieve the company’s quality vision to be our customer’s favorite story and greatest competitive advantage.
• Develop skills through external and internal training, continuing education, and job rotation, as relevant and assigned.

• Maintain the Certified Processes (CPs) required for this level

Skills, Competencies, Education, & Work Experience

• Mechanical Assembly Execution. Performs standard assemblies with minimal guidance; sequences own tasks and identifies simple issues.
• Tool & Equipment Use. Demonstrates practical mechanical aptitude and correct tool usage, including  torque tools and fixturing; performs simple maintenance or adjustments.
• Blueprint & Specification Interpretation. Reads and interprets basic blueprints, work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) with growing accuracy.
• Quality & Standard Work Compliance. Applies standard work and self-checks for accuracy; follows quality documentation reliably.
• Lean Principles. Applies lean manufacturing principles daily and identifies minor process inefficiencies; maintains a tidy workspace and identifies potential hazards.
• Production Systems. Enters accurate production information into production or inventory systems with minimal assistance.
• Work Planning. Manages daily workload independently and adjusts when minor delays occur.
• Basic Math & English Skills. Applies foundational math and reading skills to interpret work instructions and complete production documentation.
• Accountability. Meets commitments consistently with fewer reminders; acknowledges mistakes and takes corrective action when prompted.
• Collaboration. Engages in group problem-solving and shows openness to different viewpoints; resolves minor disagreements respectfully.
• Effective Communication. Conveys updates clearly and adjusts communication style for the audience; checks for understanding.
• Growth Mindset. Seeks feedback proactively, demonstrates persistence through challenges, and tries new approaches.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or production environment, or equivalent education/training
• Basic ability to read and interpret work instructions and assembly drawings, with guidance
• Ability to safely operate basic hand tools
• Basic math and English skills sufficient to read work instructions and complete production documentation

• Certification for assemblies
• Two (2) or more years of experience in mechanical assembly within a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience reading and interpreting assembly drawings, work instructions, blueprints, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and precision measuring instruments
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or ISO-controlled environment
• Hydrostatic/pressure testing exposure
• Basic understanding of tube bending
• eDrawing use

Benefits

• 100% covered employee Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Up to 80% dependent coverage for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Plan & Company Matching up to 4%
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Pay
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $50/month
• Professional Coaching