Assembly Technician

Swagelok Northwest (US)•Milwaukie, OR

7h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Assembly Technician to work within our Custom Solutions Team. As an Assembly Technician, you will collaborate closely with a cross-functional team of people to drive improvements and innovation during the production process. We put quality and safety above all else. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, a good communicator and seeks after development and improvement opportunities while working with the team. Our Custom Solutions team is small, which means every voice is heard and can effect change. As part of a hand-picked team, your contribution makes a difference every day. At Swagelok Northwest (US), a successful team member must be detail-oriented, have a positive/collaborative attitude, and have excellent communication with the ability to work seamlessly, independently, and with a team. Advancement opportunities are available in this position. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs entry-level duties as assigned for processing of production orders, light assembly, fabrication, inspection, and general inventory management of Custom Solutions products. In addition, they will do some light warehouse duties.

Requirements

High school education
1-2 years of hands-on mechanical/assembly work experience
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently and without close supervision
Use of gauges, calipers, and measuring devices
Basic understanding of fluid systems and products
Basic math skills
Packaging goods for shipment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience applying lean and continuous improvement methodology

Nice To Haves

TIG Weld Operator Experience
Trade skills—job shop or high-volume production
Ability to interpret P & ID’s
Basic electrical knowledge
Ability to solve complex problems
Strong organizational skills
Experience with Swagelok products

Responsibilities

Locate, Print, and Pick production orders to be built.
Interpret assembly instructions, drawings, and specifications.
Assemble fluid system components per standard work instructions.
Precisely measure dimensions to their specifications.
Inspect and package finished goods using the labeling machine.
Maintain inventory and show proficiency in Kanban methodology.
Operate power tools.
Safe use and care of equipment.
Conduct equipment maintenance.
Maintain a clean shared workspace.
Improving the Custom Solutions processes and workspace.
Inspect and check-in custom outsource products.
Inspect and check-in rental equipment and perform maintenance as needed.
Ensure adherence to equipment maintenance and calibration schedules and records.
Perform Kanban inventory system replenishment.
Perform equipment calibrations.
Within a reasonable period of time obtain and demonstrate proficiency in the following in-house certifications: PB Hose Building and Inspection, Fitting Reassembly, Tube Fitting Assembly and Inspection, Hydraulic Pre-swaging and Inspection, Threaded Fitting Assembly and Inspection, Pressure Gauge Industrial Liquid Filling and Inspection, Automatic PTFE Tape Application and Inspection, Automated Ball Valve Assembly, Tube Bending (Bench Top and Hand), VCR and VCO Face Seal End Connection Assembly, Coreflex Series Hose Assembly, Coreflex Thermoplastic Hose Assembly and Bubble Leak Testing.

Benefits

Paid training
Leadership longevity with a focus on associate and team development
Performance-based bonuses 3%-10% of annual wage
Health and Dental Insurance after 30 days of employment. Swagelok pays up to 85% of employees’ health insurance premiums.
7 paid holidays a year
100% company paid: Short-term, long-term, and Life Insurance
401(k) program with up to a 4% company match
Tuition Reimbursement for an undergraduate degree
Up to 104 hours of PTO in your first year of employment
8 hours of paid volunteer time every year