Production Technician II

Production Technician II Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Facility in Carson, CA is our Engineered Products Group location, which houses our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device and Radio frequency Departments.

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate‑controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan and tuition reimbursement

• Perform electrical, mechanical, and lighting assembly and testing using standard and specialized test and measurement equipment in a manufacturing production environment.
• Perform work to standard work instructions and operating procedures.
• Work from blueprints and other specifications, using hand tools and test equipment.
• Test faulty equipment and inspect mechanical and electrical units.
• Control and diagnose malfunctions of units.
• Repair or replace defective units and adjust equipment or machines.
• Wire prep, abrade, etch, prime, pre‑coat wires and connectors.
• Work with parts or components that require special care in handling or other procedures that require good dexterity and facility in use of a variety of hand tools.
• Make minor procedural decisions in soldering, fitting, etc., but always within established guidelines.
• Interpret instructions to mix various epoxies and paints for marking bonding.
• Perform all appropriate and required documentation for technical assembly and test processes with calibrated tools and equipment. Rely on instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Verify quality of work regarding quality, assembly, solder, and lighting. Perform other assignments as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in the work area.
• Mandatory safety glasses in production locations.

• Ability to read and understand blueprint drawings/specifications.
• Effective use of high school basic math and algebra.
• Read and understand internal procedures and policies.
• Understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Team‑oriented with a continuous‑improvement outlook.
• Knowledge of using solder system, wire stripper and crimpers preferred.

• Vocational, high school diploma, or general education degree (GED); or
• 1–3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. Other duties may be assigned. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments in accordance with business needs, and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential function of the job.

Base Compensation: USD 22.00 – 24.00 paid hourly.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States