Assembly & Manual Technician – Entry Level

Are you a motivated, dedicated, hard worker that is eager to learn and looking to start fresh? CMI Group needs you! Come join our team and get to work with some amazing state of the art, cutting edge, highly automated machining cell systems where a product can truly be perfected and controlled!

Our current open opportunities are listed below. You can send general applications to  with your resume attached as a text or PDF file.

CMI Group - Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Assembly & Manual Technician – Entry Level

Paid Training Provided!

Shift: Day Shift

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembly Duties – you will learn to:

• Assemble mechanical or electromechanical components using hand tools, fasteners, and fixtures
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and basic assembly drawings
• Ensure proper fit, function, and alignment of assembled parts
• Perform basic quality checks and report discrepancies or non-conforming parts

Machine Operation duties – you will learn to:

• Operate manual machines such as drill presses, saws, lathes, or mills under supervision
• Load/unload parts and ensure they are clamped or fixtured properly
• Monitor machine operation and make simple adjustments when needed
• Deburr, clean, or prep machined parts for the next step in production

General Responsibilities – you will learn to:

• Follow all safety and quality procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist with inventory, labeling, and documentation as required
• Communicate effectively with team leads, inspectors, and managers

Basic Skills & Abilities:

You will learn:

• To use hand tools, measuring devices (tape measure, calipers) and shop equipment
• Read simple blueprints or assembly instructions

You must have:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in working with machinery and tools
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
• The ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures
• The ability to learn and take direction in a fast-paced environment

Education:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• On-the-job training provided
• Prior experience in manufacturing or machine operation is helpful but not required
• Completion of vocational or technical training programs is plus
• manufacturing technology, or industrial trades preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods (8-11 hours per shift)
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching to access machines and parts
• Regular use of hands, arms, and fingers to operate machinery, tools, and measuring equipment
• Visual acuity (corrected or uncorrected) necessary to perform precision work and inspections
• Must tolerate exposure to machining dust, oils, and moderate noise levels in a manufacturing environment

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

CMI Group is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match and company funded Profit Sharing plan.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:

• • The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
• • Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
• • Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• • Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
• • Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
• • The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
• • The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
• • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17 - $19 /per hour

Skill Level: Entry Level

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CMI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.