Assembly Technician II

Advanced Technology Group•Westminster, CO

About The Position

This is a working position that coordinates and performs assembly activities with little supervision. The Assembly Technician II builds custom equipment by identifying and assembling parts and hardware, modifying components to meet drawings and specifications, and occasionally assisting with electrical assembly. The role also includes cleaning and passivating parts and assemblies, interpreting technical documents, safely using shop equipment, and supporting work in other departments as needed. The position supports projects by verifying materials, equipment, and consumables before work begins; reviewing job documentation; communicating requirements; and preparing parts for shipment. The technician contributes to continuous improvement, recommends equipment and process improvements, helps standardize processes, and may train others. Although the position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, it may provide task direction to project coordinators, QA and engineering personnel, and shop personnel to help complete projects on time and within budget.

Requirements

5–8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Ability to read blueprints and basic knowledge of GD&T, including identifying and measuring surface finishes.
Flexibility in work hours in accordance with project schedules.
Understanding of and compliance with company and safety policies.
Ability to use necessary hand tools, grinders, drills, saws, and related equipment.
Self-motivated.
Ability to work in a team environment building custom equipment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including regularly sitting and talking or hearing; frequently standing and using hands to handle or feel; and occasionally walking and reaching.
Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior training in Lean Manufacturing.
Work experience in a Lean environment.

Responsibilities

Use hand tools, power tools, and equipment to perform assembly activities.
Identify parts and hardware using a parts list or bill of materials and assemble items such as windows, flanges, valves, piping, compression fittings, motors, and pumps; shoot weld studs as needed.
Modify parts with equipment such as grinders and porta-powers to meet drawing and specification requirements.
Occasionally assist with electrical assembly, including installing conduit and power panels and pulling wire.
Clean and passivate parts and assemblies.
Interpret drawings, specifications, schematics, and P&IDs.
Safely use ladders, scaffolding, forklifts, and hoists to complete work.
Perform work in other departments, such as material processing or polishing, when needed.
Support a culture of continuous improvement.
Verify or obtain required materials, equipment, and consumables before a job starts.
Review jobs, shop travelers, and referenced documents before beginning assigned tasks, and communicate needs.
Package and prepare parts for shipment and assist in building crates.
Recommend and evaluate equipment, tooling, and methods to improve efficiency, safety, and quality.
Standardize processes where applicable and train others.
Provide task direction as needed to project coordinators, QA and engineering personnel, and shop personnel to organize and prioritize project work.