Lead Assembler - 3rd Shift

Summary: The Lead Assembler will play a key role to within the production assembly team. This role will be assembling parts and sub-assemblies, and operating our production equipment, as well as assisting leadership to ensure production is running smoothly and efficiently. The lead assembler will be the point person to lead a shift in its duties and be responsible for the overall production and quality of the shift. Principal Accountabilities: This role will operate production equipment and monitor the quality of products produced. May lead and organize production daily work requirements. Assembling parts according to assembly procedures, process sheets, and/or other relevant documentation. Utilize hand tools including screwdrivers, torque drivers and assembly aids. May perform intermediate to complex level testing of sub-assemblies prior to final assembly. Serve as the go-to team member for shadowing, insights and problem solving. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years of relative experience. Team lead experience is highly preferred. Experience and aptitude with tools such as allen wrenches, ratchet wrenches, measuring tools, torque wrenches, scales, meters, and gauges. Notable experience working with technical drawings, blueprints and/or schematics. Technical aptitude for database navigation, information management and record keeping. Reads, writes and communicates effectively via email, documentation and with colleagues. Dependable and possesses an excellent work ethic. Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality: Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures. Physical Demands: Frequently required to access and manipulate various objects and tools. The employee may occasionally move heavy objects. The majority of the time the employee will be seated at a workstation but may need to perform their task standing at a workstation. Reasonable accommodations to be made if necessary. Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer. Target Hourly Pay Rate: $19.00/hr - $21.00/hr + Shift Premium + Robust Benefits ~ What “U” Can Do For You ~ Rewards Package: Competitive Compensation, Bonus Strategies, 401k Retirement Contribution Matching, Health Savings Options with Monthly Company Contributions and Investment Capability, Flexible Spending Options, Objective Merits, and Relocation Assistance. Career Development: Relevant Tuition, Upskilling, and Certification Reimbursement, Mentorship, Educational Institution Relations, Career Pathing. Work/Life Balance: Competitive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Hours. Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and Other Supplemental Coverage Options. Company Culture: Professional and Respectful Work Environment Driven by Our “6-C’s” Core Values: Customer-Centric, Collaboration, Creativity, Character, Courage, and Community. REQUIREMENTS Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's most advanced electronic products. Universal Instruments is a cost effective enabler of the fast-moving electronics industry road map. From cell phones, tablets or advanced computing platforms, 5G infrastructure, internet of things, cloud computing and storage as well as wearable’s, sensors, MEMS, industrial, automotive, military and medical applications, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!