Summary
Assembly Technician I Stationary Metrology
North Kingstown, Rhode Island | On-site | Full-time | 1st shift 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with OT
The Assembly Technician I supports the production of precision measurement products by performing hands-on assembly of components, subassemblies, and finished units. This entry-level role follows established work instructions and quality requirements to complete assembly tasks accurately, safely, and on schedule. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, comfortable learning hands-on processes, and willing to ask questions when instructions or product quality are unclear. Training will be provided on applicable tools, procedures, and product requirements.
Job Responsibilities
• Perform basic mechanical, electro-mechanical, or product assembly tasks in accordance with work instructions, drawings, and established procedures.
• Install and fit components and subassemblies using appropriate hand tools and assembly equipment after training.
• Follow documented assembly sequences and quality checks to help ensure products meet required specifications.
• Inspect work for visible defects, incorrect fit, missing components, or other issues and promptly report concerns to a supervisor or quality representative.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required assembly or inspection documentation.
• Keep the work area organized and follow workplace safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
• Work with teammates, trainers, and supervisors to learn processes, resolve routine assembly questions, and meet production priorities.
• Care for tools and equipment and notify the appropriate team member when equipment, materials, or instructions need attention.
Qualifications
Required
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Interest in hands-on assembly, manufacturing, or technical work; previous assembly experience is not required.
• Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and step-by-step procedures after training.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, quality work.
• Dependability, willingness to learn, and ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate questions, concerns, and potential quality issues clearly.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining an organized work area.
Preferred
• Experience from a school, personal, hobby, internship, or work project involving assembly, hand tools, electronics, mechanics, or building/repairing items.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools, measuring tools, or production/inspection instructions.
• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, or other hands-on work environment.
Work Environment
This is an on-site, hands-on manufacturing role based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Work is performed in a production environment and involves using hand tools and assembly equipment, handling components, following documented processes, and collaborating with colleagues. The role may require standing or sitting for periods of time and performing repetitive hand movements. Specific physical requirements, equipment use, and any lifting requirements should be confirmed with the hiring team and communicated as applicable.
Why Join Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Build practical manufacturing skills while contributing to precision measurement products used by customers across important industries. This entry-level opportunity offers hands-on learning, clear procedures, and the chance to grow your technical knowledge within a global organization.
Explore Life at Hexagon
Today, everything from the phone in your pocket to the aeroplanes crossing the sky functions because we can measure the world around us. Measurement is not just the foundation of progress – it is the thread that connects human achievement, from the earliest monuments to the frontier of space. At Hexagon, measurement is in our DNA. For 25 years, we've shaped industries and enabled innovators by delivering precision, accuracy, and reliability where it matters most. Now, as the world moves into the intelligence age with its own set of challenges and opportunities, Hexagon stands ready – the global leader in measurement technologies – measuring what matters for the future.
From microns to Mars, we measure what matters for the future.
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Hexagon is the global leader in measurement technologies. Our precision measurement, positioning, and autonomous solutions transform the world’s most vital industries. From aerospace & defense, automotive, construction, general manufacturing, to mining and more, we provide the confidence that customers rely on to build, navigate, and innovate. Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 16,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 3.7bn EUR.