Assembler III at Butcher Power Products (Sacramento, CA)Assembler III

ASSEMBLER III (Senior) Department:              Assembly Reports To:                Assembly Supervisor

Job Summary: The Assembler III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for complex and advanced assembly work, process improvement, and technical mentorship. This role helps balance line stations to maintain consistent takt time and serves as a subject-matter expert supporting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. Accountable For: ●     Successful build outcomes on complex builds and product variants run through the standard line ●     Mentorship and skill progression of Assembler I and II staff ●     Contribution to process improvement and build documentation quality

Key Responsibilities: ●     Perform complex mechanical assembly across multiple product lines ●     Lead new product introduction and prototype builds, translating them into standard work once proven ●     Identify and resolve non-routine assembly and fitment issues ●     Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on build improvements ●     Review work for accuracy and adherence to standards ●     Mentor and support Assembler I and II employees ●     Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement efforts

Level Criteria: [DRAFT — pending review with Alex.] ●     Can lead a new product or prototype build and translate it into standard work for the line, with minimal engineering support ●     Is sought out by peers and supervisors as the go-to resource for non-routine issues ●     Can identify a line bottleneck and propose a station rebalance to restore takt time ●     Has actively mentored at least one Assembler I or II toward promotion

Core Competencies: ●     Advanced Mechanical Assembly ●     Technical Problem Solving ●     Process Improvement ●     Quality Leadership ●     Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing ●     Cross-Functional Collaboration

Standards of Behavior: ●     Models safe behavior and reinforces it for others, not just self ●     Takes ownership of quality across the build, not just assigned tasks, and coaches others to do the same ●     Adapts quickly to new products, tools, or process changes and helps others adjust ●     Escalates issues promptly through the established process

Required Qualifications: ●     High school diploma or equivalent ●     4–7+ years of progressive assembly experience ●     Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications ●     Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex build issues

Desired Qualifications: ●     Prototype or new product introduction (NPI) experience ●     Experience contributing to manufacturing process improvements ●     Prior informal leadership or mentoring experience

Physical Requirements: ●     Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. ●     Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks. ●     Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds. ●     Ability to safely operate hand and power tools. ●     Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while using required PPE.