Assembly Technician II

Job Title: Assembly Technician II |
Department: Production |
Reports to: Production Manager |
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

At United Precision Corporation (UPC), we are dedicated to fostering an environment where all team members can perform to the best of their abilities and realize their true potential. Every team member plays an essential role in our operations, and we value the abilities, experience, and background they bring to UPC. We recognize that we can continuously improve, grow, and create new opportunities in the years to come only through the team members who provide the services our customers rely on.

The Assembly Technician II independently performs routine mechanical assemblies and inspections while ensuring products conform to engineering drawings, work instructions, and customer requirements.

• Independently complete established mechanical assembly, surface preparation, adhesive application, and curing operations for assigned products
• Interpret assembly drawings, bills of material, and specifications
• Perform routine fit-up, alignment, fastening, and torque operations
• Use calibrated measuring tools and torque equipment as required
• Verify configuration, part identification, and material traceability
• Identify and troubleshoot routine fit, hardware, and assembly issues
• Maintain accurate travelers, process records, material lot traceability, and SAP/ERP transactions as applicable
• Follow applicable AS9100/ISO 9001 quality procedures, customer requirements, and export-controlled/ITAR handling rules where applicable
• Support continuous improvement and standard work
• Operate assigned hot presses, curing ovens, controllers, and recording equipment per approved instructions
• Assist with training Assembly Technician I employees
• Other duties as assigned

• Solid understanding of mechanical assembly practices
• Strong work ethic and ownership mindset
• Ability to work independently
• Commitment to producing conforming assemblies

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of mechanical assembly or related manufacturing experience
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and assembly instructions
• Experience with hand tools and precision measuring equipment

• Technical certificate in manufacturing or mechanical technology
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience
• Experience with ERP/MES systems
• Familiarity with controlled torque and fastener practices
• Experience with adhesive bonding, rubber compounds, hot presses, or curing ovens

• Quality focus
• Problem-solving
• Mechanical aptitude
• Process discipline
• Team collaboration

• Precision measurement
• Torque application and verification
• Assembly sequence planning
• Basic troubleshooting of assembly, bonding, press, and curing process issues
• Documentation accuracy

• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Ability to remain in a stationary or active position (standing, walking, bending, reaching) for prolonged periods, typically 10–12 hours per shift.
• Safely lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms, including gripping, twisting, and fine motor tasks.
• Operate and monitor machinery, tools, and equipment in accordance with safety procedures.
• Tolerate exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles typical of a manufacturing environment.

Work is performed on-site in a manufacturing environment and may involve moving equipment, noise, temperature variation, and exposure to dust or other typical production-floor conditions. Required personal protective equipment and safety procedures must be followed when entering production areas. The role may involve frequent interruptions, deadline pressure, cross-department coordination, and occasional schedule changes or overtime to address production or delivery issues.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility; as such, access to our…