Assembly Technician III

UNITED PRECISION CORPORATION•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 while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and process control. The role includes specialized bonding, rubber-processing, and curing operations, along with support for testing, process improvement, and new product introduction. The technician works with Engineering and Quality and may train and mentor lower-level assembly technicians. This is an on-site position in a manufacturing environment at United Precision Corporation in Washougal, Washington. Work may involve moving equipment, noise, temperature variation, dust, and other typical production-floor conditions. The role may also involve frequent interruptions, deadline pressure, cross-department coordination, occasional schedule changes, and overtime to address production or delivery issues. Required personal protective equipment and safety procedures must be followed.

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.
Ability to lead through influence and mentor others.
Commitment to operational excellence.
Ability to remain stationary or active—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 lbs. 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 meet ITAR eligibility requirements for facility access and employment; employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.