Assembly Technician/Operator

Process Insights, Inc. ("PI") is a fast growing, innovative global company, focused on differentiated analytical solutions and technologies used in critical-mission applications in chemical, industrial, semiconductor, environmental, clean energy, life sciences, agriculture, food & beverage and other continuous process industries. Our products provide differentiated solutions across a diverse range of applications ensuring safe operation, quality output, efficiency and productivity improvements, and reduced disruptions and downtime; all while managing increasing regulatory complexity and cost in industrial processes. Our global portfolio of trusted technologies is known for consistency, reliability, repeatability, and performance that adds exponential value to our end-user's applications and processes. Our exceptional aftermarket services and support are a crucial component to our continued success and ultimate customer intimacy.

We currently have an opening for Assembly Technician at our Houston, TX location. The Assembly Technician is key position that is recognized as a critical function for business success. The ideal candidate for this position will have proven ability to understand and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, assemble and test electromechanical systems, troubleshoot functionality, and assure complete customer satisfaction, insuring maximum company growth and profitability. The Assembly Technician is responsible for performing mechanical and/or electromechanical processes to assemble and test quality analytical instruments (components, sensors, instruments and/or systems).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, test, and/or inspect product at various stages of assembly from component level to final product.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, method sheets, diagrams or other specifications in accordance with established assembly procedures and standard work instructions.
• Set up, operate and maintain production equipment, machinery and tools using process documents, diagrams, and written instructions in support of production goals. Set-up and adjust equipment to hold tolerances to blueprint specification.
• Ensure Quality Assurance and testing of assemblies and final systems.
• Collect and document data from production processes requiring basic mathematical and statistical knowledge.
• Package and document assembled materials.
• Expected to participate in continuous improvement and Lean/5S processes.
• Interaction with company ERP system
• Applies equal amounts of skills and dedication to all other duties as assigned.

• Associates degree in an engineering/ technician discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in mechanical assembly. 5+ years preferred.
• Excellent manual dexterity a must.
• Ability to use electrical test equipment, including oscilloscope, digital voltmeter, etc.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing practices (5S, Kaizen, etc.) preferred.
• High level understanding of design engineering requirements in order to properly assemble components and products a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints, assembly drawings, and BOM's.
• Understand the engineering and quality management system processes to ensure compliance to ISO and other external regulations during assembly.
• Professionalism, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously with little or no direction; self-managed.
• Technical proficiency preferred (MS Office, Epicor ERP, etc.).
• Ability to understand Component Lists, Electrical Schematics, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Fabrication Drawings, Piping Isometrics, and General Arrangement Drawings.
• Ability to work with a technical staff and customers with varying experience levels.
• Willingness to assist with tasks, even when the work is out of the scope of responsibilities.

• Excellent earning potential with qualifying annual bonuses
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Plan
• Elective Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Elective Critical Care, Hospital Confinement, and Accident Coverage Plans
• Life Insurance (1X), Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation