CNC Hardware Assembly (Second Shift)

Be yourself at Protolabs  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.    Why Protolabs?  We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.  Join our team as a CNC Hardware Assembler!   The Hardware Assembler is responsible for safely, productively, and skillfully completing machined parts to print using various assembly equipment.   11am to 7pm Mon - Fri What you will do

Determine product requirements, including scope, assembly sequences, and required methods and materials, according to blueprints, drawings, and written or verbal instructions.

Installation of helicoil, PEM inserts and other various pieces of hardware into components of components.

Inspect individual parts, assemblies, and installations for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.

Drill and punch holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets

Review electronic or written blueprints or specifications for a job.

Select tools and materials for the job.

Install hardware, perform drilling, and tapping while maintaining quality of product and consistency.

Organize and maintain cleanliness of areas including storage areas.

Follow procedures and processes including signing off on required paperwork

Perform other related duties as assigned.

What it takes

High school diploma or equivalent.

1-2 years of applicable experience in a manufacturing environment

Ability to understand and analyze technical drawings, specifications, and notes.

Experience deburring, installing hardware, drilling, and tapping.

Familiar with different types of hardware and installation methods and specifications.

Good communications skills.

Ability to follow verbal directions. 

Bonus points for

Previous experience in a CNC Machining environment.

Previous experience in Quality.

What is in it for you

We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. 

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.