First Article Assembler

Job Description

We are looking forward to bringing on a qualified First Article Assembler to our client’s team in Auburn, WA. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring that the initial assembly of the product(s) meets all design and quality standards. This is a long-term contract-to-hire position

Compensation: $19 - $26/hr, DOE

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm, OT as needed, Weekends as needed

Location: Auburn, WA

Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret customer drawings, specifications, and material lists
• Independently analyze drawings and verify provided materials prior to assembly
• Create detailed, step-by-step work instructions that will be used for production
• Gather required components, tools, and equipment
• Assemble First Article units from A–Z following drawing and process requirements
• Correctly install contacts, terminals, connectors, and related components using appropriate tooling
• Perform insertion and extraction processes as required
• Conduct compatibility checks and verify proper assembly techniques
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve assembly or process issues
• Document the full assembly process, including taking and inserting photos into work instructions using provided software
• Manipulate photos as needed (cropping, basic edits) to support clear documentation
• Finalize and submit complete First Article documentation for production use

Requirements:

• 2+ years of First Article Assembly experience required
• Working knowledge of contacts, terminals, connectors, and materials used in this industry
• Experience using industry-standard tooling for contact and terminal installation
• Ability to independently assemble products from drawings with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with insertion and extraction processes
• Basic computer skills; ability to navigate programs and databases
• Ability to take, edit, and manage photos for technical documentation
• Comfortable working independently while asking questions when needed
• Willingness to work overtime as required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs regularly
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

Benefits:

• On the temp-to-hire program, you will have access to a basic MEC plan
• Upon conversion, you will gain access to our client’s benefits which include:
• • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k)
  • PTO - Paid time off

Tru Fit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Tru Fit Staffing is an ALE and offers a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) plan in compliance with ACA rules and regulations.

At Tru Fit we understand that our success is based on meeting the needs of our clients and workforce equally. We take the time to understand not only your skill set, but your values and personality as well to not just find you another job, but the Tru Fit for you.

At Tru Fit we understand that our success is based on meeting the needs of our clients and workforce equally. We take the time to understand not only your skill set, but your values and personality as well to not just find you another job, but the Tru Fit for you.