Assembler I (Temporary)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. Novanta scores A on the Alion truth index.
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Summary
As an Assembler I, you will be responsible for assembling and testing
components to create finished products. You will collaborate with your team
to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety in the production process. Reading
and interpreting assembly instructions, technical drawings and schematics.
Primary Responsibilities
- Able to read, understand, and adhere to work instructions, BOMs, and assembly drawings
- Usage of hand tools properly and safely
- Mechanical assembly of product within acceptable quality and output levels
- Soldering of cables, wires and through hole devices within acceptable quality limits
- Inspect product and properly identify non-conformances
- Properly operate pass/fail test equipment (ALTF, PD Test, etc.)
- Cleanliness and workstation clean up through 5S standards
General Tasks
- Strict compliance with the quality, occupational safety, and environmental regulations.
- Implementation of the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist
- Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies
- Team player with strong computer, written, verbal and skills
- Previous experience with opto-electronics and PCB commodities,
- Working experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma environments
- Familiar and knowledgeable with QMS standards (ie: ISO 9001)
- Basic knowledge and practice of ESD and 5S principles
- Safety and chemical awareness
- Preferred - IPC solder requirements verified (Consistently meet IPC requirements; tested per IPC610 requirements)
Travel Requirements
- None
Physical Requirements
- None
Compensation and Benefits
- The base pay for this position is $18.00 to $22.00 per hour depending on the geographic market.
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.