Assembler

Reporting to: Manufacturing Manager

Location: Carlsbad, CAJob Site: on-site (3-months assignment, hired by a 3rd party temp agency)

Job Description: Revision Date: August 2026

About Us: We need two assemblers for a defined, 3 months assignment at our location in Carlsbad. October - December. Gener 8 is an innovative tech company with offices in San Jose and Carlsbad, CA, Wilmington, MA, Indianapolis, IN and Cartago, Costa Rica. We know what it takes to be a key partner in the life science and medical device industries. Since 2002, Gener 8 has guided our customers by turning their innovative concepts into reality by providing engineering and software design services and manufacturing complex instruments and consumables. Our customers are striving for breakthroughs in medical research and diagnostic applications as well as surgical devices that help scientists and medical professionals understand and diagnose diseases and improve patient treatment outcomes. Reporting to the production manager with direction from the production lead, the Electro-mechanical assembler will be expected to complete a variety of plastic assemblies with minimal supervision following applicable instructions and procedures. Continual documentation of assembly progress and communication with quality assurance of required inspections and non-conformance issues is expected. Candidate will be responsible for assisting in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the production workspace. Additional duties within the scope of the candidate's abilities and position may be assigned by the production manager. Major tasks include: Understand and configure electro-mechanical component installations through utilizing BOM, drawings and schematics Perform electro-mechanical repair, troubleshoot wiring and testing modified semi-complex assemblies with no supervision required on standard projects Communicate effectively, recommend changes on document where applicable to actual mechanical build of assembly Perform self-inspection according to Manufacturing checklist Identify problems and bring them to the attention of the Manufacturing Engineers and/or the Supervisor. Document problems and solutions related to assembly. Check equipment for calibration status, expired materials, follows all ESD and other general housekeeping procedures Detail oriented. Must be able to read and follow written instructions, schematics and diagrams correctly. Demonstrated proficiency in English - reading, writing and verbal possess basic computer skills. Must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 2.5 hours at a time. Availability to work OT when required. Provide guidance and training to entry level personnel. Locate and verify information in the MRP system.

Requirements include: 3-5 years of related experience Ability to read and work from mechanical diagrams and written instructions Ability to troubleshoot problems in electrical circuitry and some basic exposure to electronic circuits Ability to understand and configure electro-mechanical component requirements through assembly work order instructions, BOM, drawing and schematics Good manual dexterity Ability to perform complex rework, test, troubleshooting of both mechanical and electrical assemblies Familiarity with the use of various electronic components (i.e. multi meter, crimping tools, soldering, and mechanical hand tools (i.e. power screw/nut driver, hand drill, caliper, etc.)Good oral and written communication skills and good math skills Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 pounds Gener 8 values diversity in our workplace. Our company provides equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants based on experience and the ability to do the available work, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.