Assembly Technician I

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 179 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements.

ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The Production Assembler is responsible for manufacturing, assembling, inspecting, testing, and packaging products in accordance with approved manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and ZEISS quality standards.

This role ensures production goals are met while maintaining product quality, accurate documentation, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include staging materials, performing visual and dimensional inspections using microscopes and optical comparators, operating production equipment, recording work order information, and supporting product preparation for sterilization.

The Production Assembler also maintains a clean and organized work environment, follows established safety and quality procedures, and collaborates with team members to achieve departmental goals for safety, quality, and productivity.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

Production and Assembly


* Manufacture and assemble products according to approved manufacturing procedures and work instructions.


* Consistently meet established production output, quality, and productivity goals.


* Learn and perform assigned product lines and manufacturing processes as directed by the manager or supervisor.


* Review work order Bills of Materials (BOMs) to gather, verify, and stage materials for assembly, inspection, and packaging.


* Perform basic manufacturing processes in designated areas, including tumbling, cleanroom operations, and packaging.


* Prepare products for sterilization in accordance with established procedures.


* Operate production equipment and perform routine maintenance within the scope of training and authorization.

Quality, Inspection, and Testing


* Ensure finished products meet established specifications, quality standards, and ZEISS requirements.


* Perform in-process and final inspections in accordance with Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures (QCSOPs) and Quality Inspection Specifications (QIS).


* Use microscopes and appropriate magnification levels to perform detailed visual inspections of parts and assemblies.


* Use optical comparators and overlay models to perform dime...