Assembler

Job description

Join the Team That Powers Public Safety

Assembler | Kustom Signals, Inc.

Kustom Signals, a leader in law enforcement technology for over 60 years, is looking for a dedicated Assembler to join our production team. We take pride in every product we create—from start to finish—because we know our technology helps protect communities across the globe. If you’re someone who values quality, takes pride in your work, and thrives in a hands-on environment, we want to hear from you.

As an employee-owned (ESOP) company, Kustom Signals offers more than just a job—we offer a stake in our future. We support your professional growth through our educational assistance program and a strong company culture rooted in teamwork, innovation, and purpose.

What You’ll Do

As an Assembler, you’ll work as part of a team that builds high-performance electronic equipment from the ground up. You’ll assemble electronic components, cable assemblies, and final products that meet our exacting quality standards. You’ll also be responsible for kitting parts, inspecting assemblies, and preparing units for shipment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Follow production drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions to complete assemblies
• Precisely position and secure parts using soldering, crimping, screwing, or similar techniques
• Assemble and install electronic components and subassemblies in housings and enclosures
• Perform visual inspections and basic testing to ensure each unit meets production standards
• Rework and repair units as needed following specifications or direction
• Prepare finished products for shipment, ensuring accuracy of accessories and documentation
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Assist with inventory counts and kit hardware components for production

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll be part of a mission-driven company that makes a real difference
• We’re an ESOP company—our success is your success
• We offer great benefits, including educational assistance for your continued growth
• You’ll work in a clean, quiet, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment

Skills We’re Looking For

• Ability to work quickly, accurately, and with great attention to detail
• Comfortable working with small components and hand tools
• Familiarity with soldering and de-soldering techniques
• Able to read and follow work instructions and production orders
• Willingness to adapt to changes in routine
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience using hand-held scanners is a plus

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Entry-level experience welcome—we’ll train the right person
• Good manual dexterity and physical ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform detailed work

Benefits:

• Benefits are available on the first day of employment.
• Company-sponsored life and short-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account when paired with a high-deductible medical plan.
• 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match of up to 4%.
• 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after meeting eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off, including Vacation, Personal or Discretionary (Sick), and ten (10) paid company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses.
• Climate-controlled work environment.
• Consistent weekday schedules provide an exceptional work-life balance.
• A people-first culture grounded in teamwork, accountability, and innovation

If you’re ready to build something meaningful and take pride in every piece you assemble, apply today and join a team where quality and purpose go hand in hand.

About Us
MPD, Inc. is an employee-owned company with a heritage that stretches back to 1899.
Originally established in Owensboro, Kentucky, its predecessor companies produced electrical
machinery, electric lamps, and electron tubes on the same site where MPD, Inc. operates today.

In 1945, General Electric acquired the business and expanded its operations by relocating new
product lines from other U.S. locations. This growth introduced advanced manufacturing
capabilities, including ceramic seal assemblies, planar tubes, vidicon tubes, and microwave
transmitters and receivers.

In 1987, General Electric sold the Owensboro business to private investors who renamed it
MPD, Inc. At that time, the company primarily produced electronic components for military
avionics, which made up 85% of total sales. To expand into new markets, MPD, Inc. began
acquiring complementary businesses. These included MPH Industries and CMI in 1988, Lion
Laboratories Limited in Wales in 1990, and Kustom Signals in 2014.

In 1997, following a decade of private ownership, MPD, Inc. became a 100% employee-owned
company through the formation of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This structure
gave employees a direct stake in the company’s long-term performance.

Today, MPD, Inc. oversees a diverse portfolio of companies that develop technology and
products for law enforcement, public safety, military, industrial applications, and many more.
As owners, employees not only benefit from competitive compensation but also actively
participate in the company’s financial success and continued growth.