Assembly Technician III; 1st Shift

Hayward Corporate
26462 Corporate Avenue
Hayward, CA 94545, USA

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UCT is seeking an experienced and talented Assembly Technician III to join our team in Hayward, CA!

The Assembly Technician III builds complex mechanical and electrical assemblies, ensuring precision and quality throughout the production process. This role performs testing, troubleshooting, and helium leak detection, while interpreting schematics and work instructions. It requires skilled use of hand and power tools and fosters effective communication on the floor. The technician plays a key role in maintaining product integrity and supporting operational efficiency.

• Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies.
• Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing.
• Operates hand and power tools to complete assemblies.
• Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
• Interacts with management and team members to encourage effective communication on the production floor.
• Performs standard testing and minor and major troubleshooting.
• Ensures quality standards are met throughout all steps of the assembly process.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

• Related experience in a non-manufacturing environment considered.
• Cable and Harness assembly experience a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret written information and follow directions.
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to perform basic and repetitive assembly operations as required.
• General knowledge of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and bench tools.
• Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computer terminals and general software applications.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Some technician coursework and/or AA technical degree or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/cleanroom environment or a combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in helium leak testing, module, sub-assembly testing, and inspection preferred.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed primarily in a standard manufacturing environment.

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move an object.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
  Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Ability to stand/sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to use a ladder comfortably.
• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, chemical exposure, and debris.
• Subject to noise levels.

• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).

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