Assembly Technician

Position Summary

The Assembly Technician will assemble Pfeiffer Vacuum standard instrumentation and/or custom integrated systems.

• Assemble equipment and machines using engineering drawings.
• Follow basic instructions and directions.
• Perform basic wiring from drawings or instructions provided.
• Use engineering drawings to determine the best way to assemble equipment.
• Troubleshoot potential issues before and while building the machines.
• Make changes to assemblies as required during the building process.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, both hydraulic and pneumatic.
• Work directly with engineering to suggest design or component changes necessary for assembly.
• Design and implement electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic changes and document them.
• Test assemblies and functionality of assemblies.

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Strong organizational skills, extreme attention to detail and creative problem solving and process planning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work under tight and frequently changing deadlines in a dynamic business environment.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Understands basic mechanical principles and can determine correct tool or procedure to assemble components.
• Good reasoning ability and ability to follow work assignments from routine to semi‑routine and recognize deviations from accepted work practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to balance multiple tasks and any stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position.

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Ability and willingness to pass a 9‑panel drug screen and a 7‑year criminal history check.
• Most felonies are a disqualifier; misdemeanors are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Must pass respirator fit test (annual retesting required).
• Must be willing to maintain facial hair to a minimum for respirator fitment.
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

• Position will work in a warehouse/service center. Indoor and climate‑controlled industrial environment.
• Tasks require walking, sitting, bending, reaching, mobility, and occasional lifting. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time and move intermittently throughout the day.
• Requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, data‑entry), attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication skills, including listening and speaking, are required for interaction with other employees, vendors and customers.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pfeiffer Vacuum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, and disability status.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation, please contact Michelle Stringer at 757‑374‑9666.