Production Assembler

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Our team of over 2,300 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong. 

We are looking for a Production Assembler to join our Boulder Operations / Production Team at Vaisala Boulder Operations Factory in Louisville, Colorado. This is an on-site position.

Why join us?

• Leading performance, not location. Our culture is trust-based and we treasure face-to-face collaboration with our colleagues.

• Be a key player in our production team: Dive into the action by assembling cutting-edge products and components with precision and skill, contributing to our mission of delivering top-quality solutions worldwide.

• Elevate your career with hands-on experience: Maintain and optimize state-of-the-art equipment and a dynamic workspace, ensuring smooth operations and safety in a thriving, global company that values innovation and excellence.

What's your role? 
 

You will be part of our Boulder Operations and Production team of 12 professionals. In this role you will be working in close co­operation with Rich West and report to Bruce Borchardt.

• Assemble assigned product parts in a production cell in accordance with production guidelines and instructions. 
• Perform spot checks of products to ensure adherence to approved quality standards.
• Notify Team Leader of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions.
• Cross train with other team members.
• Adhere to established company policies and procedures with special attention to safety regulations. 
• Assist with inventory counting and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Participate in 5S, LEAN and Continual Improvement of the Manufacturing floor.
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Display attention to detail in all assigned tasks.
• Observe ESD protocols. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What will you bring? 

•  High school diploma or equivalent

• Entry level, 1-2 years of experience

• Hands-on experience assembling, operating, troubleshooting, and/or maintain electronics, electromechanical, computer, and communications equipment.
• General knowledge of soldering and ESD material handling.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Mechanical Skills (including familiarity with hand tools).
• Strong attention to detail.
• General knowledge of soldering and ESD material handling.
• This position requires standing, sitting, kneeling, lifting, and reaching.
• Lift up to 50 lbs or team lift > 75 lbs.

Please send your application including CV and salary request soon. We will close the application process when we have a suitable number of qualified candidates.

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $26-29 an hour. (Salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).  Additionally, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package which is outlined below.

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people’s lives in over 150 countries – and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world.  We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.  As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

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Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legal protected status.

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Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at ushr@vaisala.com. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).