Assembly Technician (Warehouse Operations)

BMT•Houston, TX

35d•$47,840 - $50,398•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician is a hands-on operational role responsible for managing the day-to-day warehouse, inventory, and material-handling activities required to keep production moving. The role also performs mechanical and basic electrical assembly work, including inspection and testing, based on operational and project requirements. Working closely with procurement, operations, and project teams, the position ensures materials and finished products are safely and accurately received, stored, assembled, documented, and prepared for shipment.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in warehouse, production, or technical operations, including demonstrated experience performing mechanical or basic electrical assembly in a manufacturing, engineering, or similar environment
Experience with, or the demonstrated ability to learn, receiving, inspection, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes for materials and equipment
Ability to perform mechanical and basic electrical assembly using drawings, bills of materials, work instructions, hand tools, and power tools
Ability to safely operate, or be trained and certified to operate, forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and other material-handling equipment before independent use
Working knowledge of inventory control, material identification, and discrepancy resolution
Commitment to safe working practices and the correct use of personal protective equipment
Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to use basic measuring and test equipment, such as a tape measure and multimeter, to verify assembly quality, dimensions, continuity, and basic functionality.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Experience assembling technical, instrumentation, or electromechanical equipment in a manufacturing, engineering, marine, offshore, or other project-based environment
Experience supporting continuous improvement, workplace organization, or lean manufacturing practices
Experience kitting components and materials accurately for assembly and production activities
Experience in a regulated or project-based engineering, manufacturing, marine, or offshore environment
A post-secondary certificate, diploma, or coursework in mechanical, electrical, electronics, manufacturing, or a related technical field is preferred.
Relevant hands-on experience and demonstrated mechanical or electrical aptitude may be considered in place of formal technical education.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical and basic electrical assembly using approved drawings, bills of materials, work instructions, and applicable procedures.
Inspect completed work, perform basic functional or continuity checks where required, and document results before the product moves to the next stage.
Support the kitting of components and materials for assemblies prior to production
Monitor open orders and follow up on delays, backorders, or discrepancies
Coordinate inbound and outbound warehouse shipments, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation
Coordinate with carriers and freight providers to schedule pickups, deliveries, and resolve transportation issues
Inspect and verify incoming goods against purchase orders; manage discrepancies, damages, and returns
Ensure all shipping documentation (BOLs, packing slips, etc.) is complete and compliant
Monitor shipment status and proactively address delays or service issues
Support Procurement in maintaining accurate inventory records within the system and ensure alignment with physical stock
Periodic inventory audits, investigating and resolving variances
Provide backup support to the Procurement by entering purchase orders, following up with vendors, communicating material status to project teams, and completing other assigned procurement tasks.
Assist Procurement as necessary to act as the key liaison between warehouse operations, assembly, procurement, and project teams for day-to-day material and production requirements
Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant shipping/regulatory requirements