Assembly Technician 3B - Palletizer Division

Columbia Machine World Headquarters•Vancouver, WA

5d•$26 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician 3B in the Palletizer Division performs daily machinery assembly using blueprints, schematics, or verbal instructions. The role involves all phases of large assembly, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical construction. This is a second-shift position, Tuesday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The position is based at Columbia Machine Inc. in Vancouver, Washington.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
1–3 years of experience in an assembly area or related field preferred.
Basic ability to read hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics.
Basic understanding of electrical systems, voltmeters, and electrical prints.
Basic system-component adjustment ability.
Basic print-reading skills for assembly and ability to read prints and schematics.
Ability to read a tape measure within 1/16 inch and use a level.
Ability to identify and use SAE, metric, fine, and coarse fasteners.
Ability to drill and tap by hand or with air or electric tools.
Proficiency with power tools.
Comfort working at heights on ladders, platforms, and scissor lifts.
Knowledge of LEAN principles.
Forklift, crane, and jib crane skills, per company certification.
Basic layout ability; on-the-job training provided.
Basic knowledge of ERC changes; on-the-job training provided.
Intermediate knowledge of layouts.
Ability to have personal tools in a roll-around toolbox.
Ability to work in a team environment and provide mentorship.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Good reading, writing, and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail and consistent adherence to Standard Work Instructions when available.
Demonstrated teamwork, including willingness to take on responsibilities and fill in for other employees.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years in an assembly area or related field.
Basic layout ability.
Basic knowledge of ERC changes.

Responsibilities

Assemble machinery using blueprints, schematics, or verbal instructions.
Perform large assembly work involving pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical construction.
Read hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics and electrical prints.
Make basic adjustments to system components.
Wire switches and begin wiring electrical boxes according to prints.
Measure with a tape measure to within 1/16 inch and use a level.
Identify and use SAE, metric, fine, and coarse fasteners.
Drill and tap by hand or with air or electric tools as required for assembly.
Use power tools and recognize basic equipment.
Work at various heights on ladders, platforms, and scissor lifts.
Create ERCs and support ERC changes as applicable.
Identify the correct lubrication and amount.
Work on multiple projects, contribute to a team, and provide mentorship.
Accept new responsibilities and fill in for other employees when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.