Assembly Technician

UCT is seeking an experienced and talented Assembly Technician to join our team in Austin, TX!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs basic mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies.
• Must be able to leak test
• 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 production floor.
• Performs standard testing and minor troubleshooting.
• Ensures quality standards are met throughout all steps of the assembly process.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attendance is an essential duty of the position.

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Other Duties*
Please note 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.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: *

• 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.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computer terminals and general software applications.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and blue prints desired.

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Educational/Certification Requirement*:

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

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Experience Requirement: *
Work Experience:

• 1 years of related experience working in a manufacturing/cleanroom environment.
• Experience in helium leak testing, module and sub-assembly testing and inspection a plus.

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Physical Demands and Working Conditions: * This section is required for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA)
Criteria:
Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in a manufacturing and/or cleanroom environment.

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Physical Demands: *

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to lift over 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to move arms, hands and fingers.
• Required to have visual acuity to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to stand / sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to talk on phone and use computer for extended periods of time may be required.

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Environmental Exposure: *

• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to noise levels.
• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals and debris.
• Subject to vibrations.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computer etc.

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Overnight Travel: *

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

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UCT *offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
UCT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time