Diesel Production & Operations Associate

Diesel Auto Power • Layton, UT

11d • $19 - $27

About The Position

The Diesel Production & Operations Associate builds, solders, tests, and ships Quadzilla Power products, splitting time between a production bench and the warehouse. The role includes assembling and soldering electronic modules and harnesses, programming and quality-checking finished units, and receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and shipping orders. It is suited to someone with steady hands, attention to detail, and pride in hands-on work in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports production, programming, testing, inventory management, shipping, continuous improvement, and workplace safety. It also includes diagnosing and repairing returned or failed units, documenting findings, maintaining an organized workstation and warehouse, and occasionally supporting customer or dealer technical questions. The work takes place in production bench, warehouse, and light technical lab environments, with proper protective equipment and fume extraction provided.

This is a regular, hourly, non-exempt full-time position. Employees are expected to work 72 or more hours per pay period after a 60-day introductory period. Pay is $19–$27 per hour, depending on relevant qualifications and other stated factors. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on soldering experience; through-hole soldering is required. A soldering skills assessment is part of the hiring process.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written work instructions.
• Basic computer skills for inventory, shipping, and programming software; training is provided.
• Reliable and organized, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a workbench or in the warehouse.
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle small electronic components and soldering tools.
• Good near vision, with or without correction, for close inspection work.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and frequently bend, reach, and walk.

Nice To Haves

• Surface-mount soldering experience.
• Prior experience in electronics manufacturing, assembly, or rework.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001.
• Understanding of electronics and wiring, including reading color codes, performing continuity checks, and using a multimeter.
• Warehouse, shipping, or inventory experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Knowledge of automotive electronics or diesel performance systems.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Hand-solder through-hole and surface-mount components to production specifications.
• Assemble electronic modules, kits, and wiring harnesses, including crimping, splicing, and heat-shrinking connections.
• Inspect solder joints and rework defects such as cold joints, bridges, and insufficient wetting.
• Follow work instructions, schematics, and assembly drawings.
• Program devices using proprietary tuning or calibration software.
• Perform functional tests and final quality checks to ensure units meet performance and safety standards.
• Diagnose and repair returned or failed units; document results, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Track build quantities and report material shortages or recurring defects to the Operations Manager.
• Receive incoming parts and materials and verify them against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Stock, label, and organize inventory; perform cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
• Pick, pack, and ship customer and dealer orders accurately and on time.
• Kit components and stage materials for production builds.
• Keep the workspace clean, organized, and safe.
• Maintain an organized 5S workstation.
• Identify and eliminate process waste on the production bench and in the warehouse.
• Share feedback with production, engineering, and operations to improve product design and build efficiency.
• Support other areas, including occasional customer or dealer technical questions, as needed.
• Follow company safety policies when soldering, assembling, lifting, or handling electrical components.
• Use protective gear, including safety glasses, gloves, and fume extraction, as required.
• Immediately report injuries or safety concerns to the Operations Manager.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrued based on hours worked, with accrual increases after five and ten years of employment; maximum balance is 200 hours and cash-out is available with 40 hours remaining.
• 401(k) match up to 4% after the first year of employment for eligible employees.
• Eight hours of paid holiday time for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Paid bereavement leave of up to 24 hours for immediate family and 8 hours for grandparents.
• Paid new child leave of up to 24 hours for the birth or adoption of a child.
• Unpaid sick leave of 40 hours annually for illness affecting the employee or their child, resetting each January.
• Health and dental coverage eligibility after a 60-day introductory period for employees working 30 or more hours per week; the company covers the base premium, with any balance deducted from paychecks.
• Life insurance eligibility after a 60-day introductory period for employees working 30 or more hours per week; the company covers the base premium, with supplemental options available.
• Worker’s compensation premium fully covered for work-related injuries.
• Unemployment insurance funded by the company for eligible claims.
• Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Paid biweekly every other Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED