Assembly Technician III

Assembly Technician III

Location: Auburn, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Compensation: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan;
  Tessera will match 0.5% for every 1% up to 6% after 90‑days of employment. Funds are subject to vesting.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Assembly Technician III performs complex production assembly operations on structural and mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual operations. They are responsible for following drawings and detailed work instructions to assemble high-quality aerospace components.

• Performs precision assembly on simple to complex production aerospace parts, including attaching parts together by drilling, riveting, sealing, shrink fit pressing, bonding, etc., IAW customer engineering & specifications.
• Experienced at using assembly fixtures to assemble multiple details together.
• Responsible for following drawings and detailed work instructions to assemble high-quality aerospace components.
• Self‑inspects their work and the work of their team prior to quality inspection, to ensure defects are mitigated and addressed. Reports improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and/or unusual conditions to Supervisor.
• Promotes "clean as you go" tool control program and FOD awareness.
• Utilizes a variety of mechanical measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, scales and protractors to obtain proper assembly‑build requirements.
• Maintains dimensional accuracy on assemblies utilizing torque wrenches, fixtures, tooling, gages and other measuring devices. Required to work from assembly instructions, both written and oral.
• Provide input in team activities that encompass programming, quality and manufacturing producibility.
• Support AS9100 audits and ensure compliance with established standards.
• May be exposed to loud noises, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
• Work from and follow process specifications, work orders, blueprints, schedules, schematics, layout & modification sheets, engineering orders, and verbal/written instruction.
• Assists Assembler I and II with learning tasks, new processes and provide guidance when questions arise.
• Follow safety protocols to ensure the safety and well‑being of yourself and fellow assemblers.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to ensure efficient use of time and performance of work tasks.
• Assist Assemblers with skill training.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the plant floor.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED is required. Trade school certificate is highly preferred.
• 5 - 8 years of previous experience in Aerospace or Commercial Manufacturing is required.
• Combination of education and previous experience will be considered.
• Fundamental understanding of shop routers, Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, and product acceptance criteria through operator verification.
• Familiarity with aircraft nomenclature and configuration is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO
  9001:2015/AS9100D is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and other visual specification layouts.
• Strong problem solving and oral/written communication skills.

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions…