Assembly Technician - Mechanical and Electrical Assembly

Description

Build equipment that helps advance scientific research around the world. Labconco is seeking an experienced Assembler to join our Kansas City headquarters manufacturing team. This is a 90-day temporary-to-hire position with the opportunity to become a regular full-time employee based on performance, attendance, and business needs. Employees who successfully transition to regular full-time status are represented by the International Association of Machinists (IAM) and are eligible for the wages, benefits, and protections provided under the collective bargaining agreement.

What You'll Do

• Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components into laboratory equipment and subassemblies
• Read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Install, route, and connect electrical components, wiring harnesses, switches, sensors, motors, and controls
• Perform mechanical assembly using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices
• Verify completed assemblies meet engineering specifications and quality requirements
• Identify and troubleshoot assembly, fit, and wiring issues during the production process
• Follow manufacturing procedures, bills of material, and work instructions
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve product or process concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in mechanical, electrical, or electro-mechanical assembly
• Ability to read and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience assembling products with both mechanical and electrical components
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and common measuring equipment
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high quality standards
• Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience involving industrial equipment, machinery, control panels, electronics, or similar products
• Technical training in electrical, electronics, industrial technology, or a related field
• Experience with wire routing, crimping, electrical terminations, and electrical subassembly work
• Familiarity with basic testing and troubleshooting procedures

Why Join Labconco?

At Labconco, you'll help manufacture highly engineered products used in laboratories across the globe. We offer a clean manufacturing environment, opportunities to learn new skills, and a path to long-term employment for individuals who demonstrate strong performance and reliability.If you enjoy hands-on work, can confidently build from technical drawings and schematics, and take pride in producing quality products, we'd like to hear from you. 

Shift:

Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm overtime as required.

Temp to hire position.

Benefits:

PTO, 9 paid holidays, medical, FSA, HSA, dental, vision, 401k (Traditional and Roth), company paid life insurance; short term and long term disability.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled