Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician

Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician 

Shift/Hours: Day Shift: 8:00 am-4:30 pm; Swing Shift: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm 

Pay Rate: $35.00-$42.00 per hour

Location: San Jose, CA
Experience: At least 2-3 years of Assembly Technician experience

We are excited to share a new opportunity for a Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician located in San Jose! This position is highly sought after and might not be available for long. 

Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician Job Duties include:

• Assembly & Soldering: Solder electrical connectors and assemble large battery busplates using adhesives, compression fixtures, brackets, hand tools, and torque-controlled fasteners.
• Rework & Modification: Perform controlled rework, tab removal, and component modifications using Dremels, sanders, files, deburring tools, and power equipment.
• Production Support: Support prototype builds, engineering trials, and low-volume production of large-format mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.
• Quality & Cleaning: Prepare surfaces and clean parts to manufacturing standards; inspect completed assemblies for dimensions, alignment, fit, surface condition, and workmanship using basic measuring tools.
• Process Improvement: Set up and maintain tools/fixtures, identify assembly issues, and provide actionable feedback to improve tooling and work instructions.
• Documentation & Safety: Document completed work, process results, and defects; maintain a clean, safe workstation following all safety and PPE protocols.
• Other duties as assigned

Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician Qualification Skills include:

• Associate degree, trade-school training, or technical certification.
• Prior hands-on soldering experience (or demonstrated ability to rapidly master product-specific soldering techniques).
• Familiarity with surface preparation, adhesives, clamping, bonded assemblies, or torque-controlled fastening.
• Background working directly with busbars, busplates, battery components, sheet-metal assemblies, or industrial equipment.

Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician Requirements may include:

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, paired with hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, fabrication, or production rework.
• Tooling Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using hand tools, power tools, assembly fixtures, basic measuring equipment, and rotary/fabrication tools (e.g., Dremels, sanders, files).
• Technical Aptitude: Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, rework procedures, and visual quality standards.
• Core Competencies: Strong mechanical aptitude, high attention to detail, basic data-entry/documentation skills, and effective communication skills for collaborating with technical teams.
• Physical Demands: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, perform repetitive high-dexterity tasks, lift up to 50 lbs, safely maneuver large components, and wear all required PPE.
• Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen 
• Must provide 3 professional references 

Benefits of working with PrideStaff:

•  Medical, Rx, and Wellness Benefits
•  Dental and Vision Plan Options
•  Short-term Disability
•  401(k) Retirement Plan
•  Holiday Pay

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