Electrical Assembler

AST•Tacoma, WA

19d•$31 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Assembler supports AST’s manufacturing operations onsite or in the field by assembling, testing, and repairing industrial machinery. The role requires electrical assembly aptitude and includes wiring control panels, conducting checks and troubleshooting, and testing machinery before it is shipped to customers. The position is full-time and on-site in Tacoma, Washington, with occasional travel to client sites for installation and repair, including national and international travel up to 30%.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as an electrical assembler or equivalent experience.
Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
Quality-conscious and able to meet productivity goals.
Self-motivated, energetic, dependable, honest, and thorough.
Good interpersonal communication skills and willingness to cooperate with others.
Ability to adapt to changing direction and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks.
Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to sit or stand continuously for up to 8 hours per day.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and reach out and above the shoulders.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, as required to meet customer deadlines.
Ability to safely use ladders and multilevel work platforms.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 30%, including with little or no advance notice.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Willingness to take and pass pre-employment drug testing, including testing for marijuana and THC.
Willingness to submit to and pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Basic mechanical assembly aptitude.
Experience in a made-to-order or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Assemble industrial machinery according to assembly drawings, procedures, and direction from others.
Wire electrical panels according to schematics.
Perform I/O checks on control panels.
Troubleshoot electrical issues.
Test machinery for accuracy before shipment to customers.
Drill and tap holes during assembly.
Redline engineered drawings when corrections are required.
Drive a forklift and use overhead cranes.
Participate in project meetings.
Participate in field installations as needed.
Assist in developing procedures to support quality and increased productivity.
Follow departmental procedures and work instructions; maintain a clean and organized work area and organize and store machining fixtures.
Maintain a safe work environment by complying with safety policies, procedures, and guidelines; report safety discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
Travel to customer sites for installation and repair.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance with HSA and PPO options.
Paid dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
HSA account with employer contribution.
Long-term and short-term disability.
401(k) with Traditional and Roth options and up to 5% company match.
Education assistance.
Paid time off (PTO).
Paid holidays.
Bonus potential.
Challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for personal and professional development.