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Production Assembler I (2nd Shift) Contract-to-Hire

Crane Company


Job Location:

Lynnwood, WA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 25
Posted: 6 October 2026 (15 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Job Description

Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for aProduction Assembler I(Contract-To-Hire) 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday 2:30pm-11pm)

at ourLynnwood WAlocation.


About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood Wash. facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASAs New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviations Alice all-electric aircraft. Youll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!


Job Summary:

The Production Assembler I works under supervision performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids verbal and/or written instructions.


Essential Functions:

  • Perform assigned assembly tasks
  • Prepare components prior to assembly clean components mark and inspect components sub-assemblies or completed assemblies
  • Test finished assemblies
  • Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery
  • Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals
  • Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect the correctness and quality of the work in process
  • Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement
  • Complete job-related company training courses
  • Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S KPIs Standard Work Problem Solving and other initiatives as they arise
  • Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
  • Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
  • Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits
  • Perform inventory cycle counts
  • May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience: 0-2 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials production processes quality control costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
  • Skills:Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Basic computer skills (understanding of basic software)
  • Abilities: Accurate color vision near vision and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
  • Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent
  • Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • IPC Soldering Certification or equivalent basic soldering experience

Working Conditions:

  • Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
  • Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment (PersonalProtectiveEquipment)to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any other requiredPPE
  • May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperatures confined spaces dust or fumes
  • Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
  • Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
  • Lifting (in pounds): Up to 40 pounds
  • Pushing (in pounds): Up to 40 pounds
  • Mental/Visual: Use of soldering equipment microscopes/magnifying glasses
  • Workspace: Assembly Cell

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:

  • Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
  • Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
  • 401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match
  • Education Reimbursement:eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.


We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.


In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.


Salary range: $20.76 to 25.87.

Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.


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Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.

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