Assembler 2 Hourly

MKS Instruments • Rochester, NY

2d

About The Position

As an Assembler 2 at MKS Instruments, you will build electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical products using detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications. You will inspect your work, complete production documentation, support process improvements, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure products are built accurately and delivered on time. The role also involves maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area and caring for tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with company safety and 6S practices.

This position requires the ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while sitting or standing for extended periods, use hand tools and soldering equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds. Working with small components requires fine motor skills and visual attention to detail.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in electronic, electro-mechanical, or mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading assembly drawings, work instructions, and schematics.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Ability to identify assembly issues, troubleshoot basic production challenges, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong attention to accuracy, quality, and workmanship while meeting production expectations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, Engineering, Quality, and supervisors.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, perform repetitive assembly tasks, use hand tools and soldering equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Fine motor skills and visual attention to detail for working with small components.

Nice To Haves

• IPC-610 Certification.
• Experience assembling complex electronic products.
• Familiarity with electronic production documentation.
• Continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical products, including wiring, component installation, and final assemblies, following work instructions and engineering documentation.
• Inspect work during assembly, identify discrepancies, and ensure products meet quality standards before proceeding to the next operation.
• Complete production documentation accurately, record non-conformances when needed, and follow manufacturing procedures, drawings, and revision-controlled work instructions.
• Identify assembly challenges, provide feedback on documentation, and support process improvements with Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and production team members to resolve production issues, support new product introductions, and meet production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and care for tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with company safety and 6S practices.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Sick time.
• 15 paid vacation days.
• Paid parental leave; the posting states “[6 weeks fully paid].”
• Adoption assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED