Position Summary
The Senior Production Assembler is responsible for performing complex mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly tasks with a high level of precision and minimal supervision. This role also provides guidance, training, and support to other assemblers and helps ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Advanced training in J-STD-001/IPC-620 standards
Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in mechanical, electromechanical, or related assembly work.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment within aerospace, defense, medical, or electronics industries.
Knowledge:
- Working knowledge of basic assembly procedures. Previous knowledge of cable and wire harness assembly required.
Skills:
- Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
- High proficiency with hand tools, measurement devices, and assembly equipment.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong quality-focused mindset.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills and ability to mentor others.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.
- Basic computer skills (ERP usage, data entry, documentation).
Job Responsibilities
- Perform complex and detailed mechanical, electromechanical, and/or sub-assembly operations following engineering drawings, work instructions, and production travelers.
- Assemble components using hand tools, power tools, soldering equipment, and measurement devices as required.
- Inspect parts and completed assemblies to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Troubleshoot assembly issues and assist in resolving nonconformances.
- Train and mentor junior assemblers; provide technical support to the production team.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including production logs, inspection results, and material usage.
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to streamline processes and improve workflow.
- Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a clean, organized work environment.
- Assist with inventory management, including material pulls, cycle counts, and verification of part numbers.
- Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing initiatives, and process enhancements.
- Attend required trainings for program specific requirements.
Internal and External Relationships
This position interacts with production, quality, and engineering departments on a regular basis
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand as needed. This position requires the ability to lift up to ten (10) lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
About 603 Manufacturing
Located in Hudson, NH, 603 Manufacturing, a Trexon company, opened for business in 1998. We are an awarded manufacturer of cable assemblies and electro-mechanical assemblies. 603 Manufacturing is truly a diversified contract manufacturer, servicing the Defense, Aerospace, Industrial, Medical & Commercial industries. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including a 9/80 work schedule.
603 Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 603 Manufacturing is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.