Sr. Assembler

Job Title:Sr. AssemblerReporting to:Manufacturing ManagerLocation:San Jose, CaliforniaJob Site:On-SiteJob Description Revision Date:March 5, 2026About us:We know what it takes to be a key partner in the life science and medical industries. Since 2002, Gener8 has guided our customers by turning their innovative concepts into reality by providing engineering design services and manufacturing complex instruments, software, and consumables. Our customers are striving for breakthroughs in research instruments and medical diagnostic and surgical devices that will help scientists and medical professionals understand patient conditions and provide better treatment. Gener8 is a growing company with offices in San Jose and Carlsbad, CA, Wilmington, MA, Indianapolis, IN and Cartago, Costa Rica. Job Summary:Provides advanced technical support to manufacturing operations through complex assembly, testing, calibration, and integration of manufactured products and subassemblies. Serves as a floor technical lead to support production builds, issue resolution, and continuous improvement. Performs work in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), approved procedures, drawings, and specifications to ensure products meet safety, performance, and regulatory requirements in alignment with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820.Duties/ Responsibilities:Manufacturing & Test ActivitiesBuild, integrate, and test complex mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies and systems per controlled documentation.Perform system-level functional testing, calibration, and verification using approved test methods and calibrated equipment.Execute and document setup, changeover, and verification activities to ensure consistent and repeatable manufacturing processes.Support pilot builds and process transfers from engineering to production; provide manufacturing feedback to improve DFx/assemblability.Perform advanced troubleshooting and failure isolation; coordinate with Engineering and Quality for disposition, rework, or repair as required.Production Support & Coordination:Support daily manufacturing schedules with minimal supervision; identify risks to schedule, yield, or quality and escalate appropriately.Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentoring to technicians and assemblers, including on-the-job training to approved work instructions.Participate in daily stand-ups and communicate status, blockers, and containment actions for issues impacting production.Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve material, process, and test issues.Support NCR/MRB activities by providing technical input, performing rework/repair per approved instructions, and documenting results.Quality & Compliance:Follow GDP and complete manufacturing records (e.g., travelers, build/test logs, calibration records) accurately, legibly, and in real time.Ensure traceability requirements are met, including part/lot/serial tracking and labeling/serialization steps as applicable.Verify use of calibrated tools and equipment; report out-of-tolerance conditions or equipment issues per procedure.Identify, document, and escalate nonconforming conditions; support containment and corrective actions as assigned.Maintain ESD, cleanliness, safety, and 5S expectations; keep work area organized, controlled, and audit-ready.Supervisory responsibilities No direct supervisory responsibilities. Provides technical leadership, mentoring, and training support. Education High school diploma or equivalent required.Technical certification, vocational training, or associate degree preferred.Equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience fully acceptable. Experience 4–7 years’ experience in manufacturing, assembly, or test roles (regulated industry preferred).Demonstrated experience with system-level testing/calibration and advanced troubleshooting.Experience supporting NPI builds, process changes, or production ramp activities preferred.Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, work instructions, and test procedures.Strong hands-on experience with assembly, integration, test, and calibration activities using calibrated tools and equipment.Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including structured failure isolation and clear documentation.Working knowledge of regulated manufacturing expectations, including ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820, and GDP.Familiarity with traceability, serialization/labeling, and manufacturing recordkeeping (DHR/travelers).Strong communication, teamwork, and mentoring skills; able to coordinate effectively with Engineering and Quality.Preferred: ESD controls; basic metrology; and for electronics builds, familiarity with IPC workmanship standards (e.g., IPC-A-610) as applicable. Working Conditions: Position requires gowning procedures for a controlled environment. Typically works around high-speed machinery, hydraulics, electric, and pneumatics requiring Lockout Tag out Procedure to be followed and close attention given to safety. May require the use of eye protection, as needed and hearing protection when working in high noise level area. Additional PPE may be required, i.e. gloves, face masks, face shields, depending on the specific job being performed and company safety rules and regulations. Gener8 values diversity in our workplace. Our company provides equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants based on experience and the ability to do the available work, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.We are an Everify Employer. Due to the nature of our projects, you must be a US Permanent Resident or a US Citizen for consideration. Company Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k); Life insurance; STD, LTD; Flexible spending account, Health savings account; Paid time off; Employee discounts, Referral program.

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