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Assembler Tester I, 2nd shift (2:30 - 11:00pm)

HME • Carlsbad, California, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: USD 18 / hour

Posted Oct 24, 2026Apply by Nov 23, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Assembler Tester I (entry-level)

    • 2nd shift; performs tasks with training and under direct supervision

  • Stack/tools

    • Automated test equipment (ATE), handheld tools, soldering iron

    • Works from assembly drawings, BOMs, schematics, written instructions

    • Computer data entry; inputs serial numbers into mainframe

    • Packaging/labeling tools and procedures

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Electro-mechanical assembly/rework/reassembly per documentation

    • Perform test/inspection and verify accuracy/quality/spec conformance; record test data/results

    • Data entry + shipping prep: input serial numbers, kit/label/package products with manuals/accessories

  • Must-have skills

    • Up to 6 months electronics assembly experience (ability to perform basic assembly)

    • Ability to read/interpret manufacturing drawings and assembly aides

    • Good manual dexterity

    • Basic computer skills and strong reading/writing/comprehension for instructions

    • Ability to meet time parameters under supervision

    • GED required

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Prior experience using automated test equipment (implicit)

    • Soldering experience beyond basic capability (implicit)

  • Location & work type

    • 2nd shift, full-time

    • Mon–Fri, 2:30–11:00pm

    • Location not specified in provided text

Full Description

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. Come join our team! Come write your chapter of the HME story.

Are you good with your hands? Do assembly instructions make sense to you? Are you looking to start a new career and not just another job? HME is actively recruiting candidates with great Attitudes and Aptitude for an Assembler Tester I, 2nd shift.

In this position, with training and under direct supervision, performs various electro-mechanical assembly, test and inspection procedures to ensure that production schedules and quality standards are met. May use automated test equipment, handheld tools, soldering iron, assembly drawings, bills of materials, schematics, written instructions, and/or other applicable documents.

This is a 2nd shift position working 2: 30 - 11:00pm Monday-Friday.

What You Will Do In The Position

Assembles, reworks, and/or reassembles product as specified on applicable documentation. Verifies accuracy of instruction documents (e.g. schematics, assembly drawings, bills of material). Checks work for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications. Uses a computer for data entry and inputs serial numbers into the mainframe. Packages parts into kits for shipping. Labels and packages product including manuals and accessories. Informs supervisor or lead of work-related problems. Record test data and results

What You Will Need To Succeed In This Position

Up to 6 months electronics assembly experience Ability to perform basic assembly operations. Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and assembly aides. Ability to complete assignments within specific time parameters under direct supervision. Good verbal, reading, writing, and comprehension skills. Basic computer skills. Good manual dexterity. Basic computer skills GED required

The starting rate is $18.00/hr plus a 10% shift differential. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Automated Test EquipmentBasic Computer SkillsComputer Data EntryElectro-Mechanical AssemblyInterpreting SchematicsManual DexterityPackagingProduct InspectionProduct TestingQuality ControlReading Manufacturing DrawingsRecording Test ResultsSolderingUsing Handheld Tools

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