Assembly Technician - Mechanical and Electrical Assembly

Description:

Build equipment that helps advance scientific research around the world. Labconco is seeking an experienced Assembler to join our Kansas City headquarters manufacturing team. This is a 90-day temporary-to-hire position with the opportunity to become a regular full-time employee based on performance, attendance, and business needs. Employees who successfully transition to regular full-time status are represented by the International Association of Machinists (IAM) and are eligible for the wages, benefits, and protections provided under the collective bargaining agreement.

What You'll Do

• Assemble mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components into laboratory equipment and subassemblies
• Read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Install, route, and connect electrical components, wiring harnesses, switches, sensors, motors, and controls
• Perform mechanical assembly using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices
• Verify completed assemblies meet engineering specifications and quality requirements
• Identify and troubleshoot assembly, fit, and wiring issues during the production process
• Follow manufacturing procedures, bills of material, and work instructions
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve product or process concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Requirements:

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in mechanical, electrical, or electro-mechanical assembly
• Ability to read and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience assembling products with both mechanical and electrical components
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and common measuring equipment
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high quality standards
• Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience involving industrial equipment, machinery, control panels, electronics, or similar products
• Technical training in electrical, electronics, industrial technology, or a related field
• Experience with wire routing, crimping, electrical terminations, and electrical subassembly work
• Familiarity with basic testing and troubleshooting procedures

Why Join Labconco?

At Labconco, you'll help manufacture highly engineered products used in laboratories across the globe. We offer a clean manufacturing environment, opportunities to learn new skills, and a path to long-term employment for individuals who demonstrate strong performance and reliability.If you enjoy hands-on work, can confidently build from technical drawings and schematics, and take pride in producing quality products, we'd like to hear from you.

Shift:

Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm overtime as required.

Temp to hire position.

Benefits:

PTO, 9 paid holidays, medical, FSA, HSA, dental, vision, 401k (Traditional and Roth), company paid life insurance; short term and long term disability.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled