Position                            : General Assembler 1

Location                           : Durham, NC

Duration                          : 12 Months

1^st Shift

Total Hours/week            : 40.00

Client                                : Medical Devices Company

Job Category                   : Industrial

Employment Type           : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT

Job Summary

Assembler I role in Durham, NC, performing entry-level assembly tasks- building subassemblies and integrating mechanical and electrical components into finished products.  Day shift (6:00 AM- 2:30 PM, Mon- Fri) with flexibility for overtime as needed.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical subassemblies using hand and power tools per work instructions and SOPs

• Integrate components into larger assemblies, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and functionality

• Follow detailed assembly drawings, diagrams, and written instructions

• Perform basic in-process inspections to verify quality and identify defects

• Support testing and basic troubleshooting of assemblies as needed

• Maintain a clean, organized work area per 5S standards

• Accurately complete production documentation and track work performed

• Communicate issues, material shortages, or defects to Team Lead/Supervisor promptly

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and team-based problem solving

• Rotate between workstations and tasks based on production needs

Experience

• 0- 1 year of manufacturing or assembly experience preferred

Key Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools

• Reading and interpreting assembly drawings and written instructions

• Basic math and simple calculations

• In-process quality inspection

• Production documentation

• Effective communication with team members and leadership

• Strong attention to detail

Eligibility and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Reliable transportation required

• Mechanical aptitude required

• Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs occasionally

• Able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods; bend, stoop, or reach as needed

• Flexible to work overtime when required

• Regular, reliable attendance required

• No drug screening required