Assembly Technician III

United Precision Corp.•Washougal, WA

7d•$30 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician III performs complex mechanical assemblies, advanced fit-up and troubleshooting, and production support activities while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and process control. This role independently handles complex, multi-stage assembly and specialized bonding, rubber-processing, and curing operations; plans assembly sequences and tooling; performs precision alignment and verification; investigates process issues; and supports testing and corrective actions. The technician also mentors lower-level technicians, supports new product introduction and first-article builds, and partners with Engineering and Quality on process improvements. The position follows applicable AS9100/ISO 9001 quality procedures, customer requirements, traceability controls, and export-controlled/ITAR handling rules where applicable. Work is performed on-site in a manufacturing environment. The role may involve moving equipment, noise, temperature variation, dust or other production-floor conditions, interruptions, deadline pressure, cross-department coordination, schedule changes, and occasional overtime. Required personal protective equipment and safety procedures must be followed. Pre-employment drug screening is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable ITAR eligibility requirements; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of mechanical assembly or related manufacturing experience.
Experience assembling complex mechanical systems.
Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills.
Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance relationships.
Advanced mechanical assembly knowledge.
Process improvement mindset.
Leadership through influence and ability to mentor others.
Commitment to operational excellence.
Complex assembly and process planning, including critical cure parameters and contamination controls.
GD&T interpretation, precision alignment and fit-up, fixture and tooling knowledge, root cause analysis, and process improvement implementation.
Ability to remain in a stationary or active position, including standing, walking, bending, and reaching, for prolonged periods, typically 10–12 hours per shift.
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions, including gripping, twisting, and fine motor tasks.
Ability to operate and monitor machinery, tools, and equipment in accordance with safety procedures.
Ability to tolerate varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles typical of a manufacturing environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable ITAR eligibility requirements.
Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Nice To Haves

Technical or journeyman-level mechanical training.
Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience.
Experience with precision fixtures, alignment, or testing.
Lean manufacturing training.
Experience with adhesive bonding, elastomer processing, hot-press operations, or controlled curing.

Responsibilities

Independently perform complex, multi-stage assembly and specialized bonding, rubber-processing, and curing operations as assigned.
Interpret complex drawings, specifications, and geometric tolerances.
Plan assembly sequences, tooling, fixtures, and component handling.
Perform precision alignment, fit-up, shimming, and controlled fastening.
Troubleshoot mechanical interference, tolerance stack-up, and assembly defects.
Conduct advanced in-process verification and support acceptance testing.
Investigate assembly, adhesive bonding, cure-cycle, and material-processing issues; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Train and mentor lower-level assembly technicians.
Support new product introduction, first-article builds, controlled process trials, and validation of assembly or curing operations.
Partner with Engineering and Quality on assembly process improvements.
Troubleshoot specialized equipment and process variation within approved limits; escalate changes requiring Engineering or Quality authorization.
Ensure compliance with customer requirements and traceability controls.
Follow applicable AS9100/ISO 9001 quality procedures, customer requirements, and export-controlled/ITAR handling rules where applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow required personal protective equipment and safety procedures when entering production areas.