Sub Assembler - Adcole

Company Overview

Founded in 1957, Adcole is recognized as a world leader in the production of industrial metrology equipment. We design and manufacture machines for measuring precision cylindrical and/or rotating components such as EV drive and rotor shafts, camshafts, crankshafts, pump shafts, and robotic reducer shafts. Our customers span a variety of industries with our core base in the automotive, heavy/medium diesel, and industrial machinery markets. Adcole manufactures exclusively in Massachusetts for shipment to customers in the US and around the world.

Headquartered in Marlborough Massachusetts, the company has approximately 100 employees in 5 locations worldwide. We have a highly talented and dedicated group of employees that develop and manufacture innovative products for our customers, with most employees having been with the company for over 15 years. These long tenures reflect the positive work environment at Adcole which has led many to stay with the company for their entire careers.

Upon hire all employees receive a generous benefits package including medical/dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, 401K program and vacation/sick time. Privately held and under new ownership, the company is aggressively investing in training, technology and product innovation to grow significantly in the coming years.

Position Summary

Perform a wide variety of mechanical or measurement assembly operations on product components, assemblies or sub-assemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, cable assembling, bonding and fitting on assembly units. Make setups and adjustments, holding tolerances to blueprint and test specifications.

Reports to: Assembly Supervisor

Job Duties

• Acquires job skills and learns all applicable company policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned tasks while following manufacturing, schedules, policies and procedures.
• Normally receives little instruction on daily work. Requires instructions on newly introduced assignments.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting schedules and quality of work.
• Act as a champion of the company's Lean and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Time and attendance are in accordance with company policies, procedures, and work area schedule.
• Complete work orders on schedule to ensure a constant flow of finished product to support production and customer service levels.
• Complete a variety of manufacturing tasks as trained and directed by your supervisor including but not limited to bonding, potting, hand soldering (surface mount/thru hole & wire bonding), mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly.
• Notify manager of all Defective Material Reports (DMR).
• Ability to escalate situations and conditions that are critical to quality, safety and on-time delivery.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment a plus.
• Experience in surface mount and thru hole pcba soldering required.
• Soldering certification to IPC 610 or willingness to complete certifications.
• Demonstrated the ability to perform delicate, high skill, processes on small parts.
• Experience in an ISO 9001:2015 manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with MRP systems a plus.

Job Requirements

• Have good manual dexterity.
• Computer skills and literacy.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Produce quality products in accordance with labor and quality standards.
• Follow all applicable manufacturing procedures and documentation.
• Follow work order activities established via production planning.
• Clean and maintain equipment (including tools and fixtures).
• Participate in the company's LEAN and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Maintain work area 5s standards.
• Capable of adhering to J-STD-001 for soldering and inspection for electrical re-work.

Join us at Adcole, where innovation meets dedication, and help us continue to set industry standards in metrology equipment. Apply now to be a part of our dynamic and growing team!