Assembly Technician II POST NUMBER: 308003
Vaco is Hiring an Assembly Technician II
Location: Oakland Park, FL
Compensation: $21–$24/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
Overtime: Must be available to work Fridays and occasional weekends as needed
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Position Overview
Vaco is seeking several skilled Assembly Technician II professionals to join a growing manufacturing team in Oakland Park, FL.
The ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in BOTH mechanical and electrical assembly, including working with motors, switches, sensors, and complex mechanical components.
This position involves assembling moderately complex products consisting of approximately 100 individual components. Strong attention to detail, blueprint reading, and the ability to follow detailed technical instructions are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform complex mechanical and electrical assembly operations according to Bills of Material (BOM), Bills of Operations (BOO), technical drawings, and work instructions.
- Assemble products and subassemblies accurately and efficiently according to specifications.
- Work with motors, switches, sensors, and other electromechanical components.
- Read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, and detailed work instructions.
- Perform visual inspections, functional testing, and quality checks on completed assemblies.
- Troubleshoot assembly issues, identify defects, and assist with root cause analysis.
- Identify and isolate nonconforming products.
- Review technical drawings and recommend process improvements.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workplace safety requirements.
- Participate in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Assist with inventory cycle counts and physical inventory as needed.
- Cross-train across departments and assist in training other team members.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 2–3 years of related assembly or manufacturing experience.
- Must have BOTH mechanical and electrical assembly experience.
- Hands-on experience assembling products involving motors, switches, sensors, and mechanical components.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and detailed assembly instructions.
- Experience working with complex, multi-component assemblies.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to understand technical instructions and safety requirements.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to work overtime, including Fridays and occasional weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
- Electromechanical certification or related technical training.
- Previous experience troubleshooting and repairing electromechanical equipment.
- Experience with precision assembly, functional testing, and quality inspections.
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive assembly tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to use hand tools, manufacturing equipment, and precision assembly instruments.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to read detailed technical drawings and inspect small components.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Representation Notice
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).
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Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.