What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembly Technician position at Nikel Precision Group?
Build Your Career in Precision Manufacturing
Nikel Precision Group is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Assembly Technician who takes pride in producing high-quality work.
In this hands-on position, you will finish, inspect, clean, and assemble precision-machined components used in demanding industries. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys working with tools, following detailed instructions, and learning new manufacturing skills.
We are looking for a hardworking team member who wants more than just their next job. The right candidate will have opportunities to expand their knowledge and grow within the precision CNC manufacturing field.
What You Will Do
- Deburr, polish, clean, inspect, and assemble precision-machined parts.
- Use hand tools, rotary tools, tumbling equipment, and grit- or bead-blast equipment.
- Install pins, threaded inserts, and other small components.
- Read and follow work instructions, process sheets, blueprints, and inspection requirements.
- Perform visual and basic dimensional inspections using measuring tools and gauges.
- Identify and properly separate damaged or nonconforming parts.
- Assist with laser marking, pressure testing, specialty coatings, packaging, and shipping preparation.
- Support receiving, raw-material movement, and cut-off saw operations when needed.
- Complete basic equipment checks and maintain a clean, organized work area.
- Follow all company safety, quality, ISO, and manufacturing procedures.
What We Are Looking For
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Dependable attendance and a consistent work ethic.
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, and illustrated instructions.
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and take on new responsibilities.
- Basic math skills, including decimals and fractions.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
Previous experience in manufacturing, machine-shop work, deburring, assembly, inspection, or shipping and receiving is preferred. Relevant vocational training or other hands-on mechanical experience will also be considered.
Physical Requirements
This position requires extended periods of standing or sitting, frequent use of the hands and fingers, and occasional bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Why Join Nikel Precision Group?
- Opportunities to learn and grow in precision CNC manufacturing
- Hands-on training and cross-training opportunities
- Climate-controlled manufacturing environment
- Medical coverage available on your first day
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Tool-purchasing program
If you are hardworking, mechanically inclined, and proud of doing precise work, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Saco, ME 04072 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20