Logistics & Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT WORKPLACE MODULAR SYSTEMS

Workplace Modular Systems has been engineering and manufacturing industrial workspace solutions in Londonderry, New Hampshire since 1950. From metal workbenches to fully custom height-adjustable workstations, every product is proudly made in the USA with domestically sourced steel - no tariff exposure, no offshore supply chain risk, and no compromises on quality.

WMS engineers the physical infrastructure of modern manufacturing. Our customers include some of the most demanding facilities in electronics, semiconductor, robotics, aerospace & defense, EV, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Our collaborative environment brings engineering, sales, and manufacturing together under one roof, and every team member directly shapes what we deliver.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated Logistics & Assembly Technician to join our 1st shift operations team from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the production of WMS's industrial furniture and modular workstation products - assembling components such as slides, bases, levelers, and tops, and ensuring finished products are packaged and shipped to the precise standards our customers expect.

This is a hands-on production role that spans the full cycle: from receiving and inspecting incoming materials, to assembly on the floor, to final packaging and shipping. You will work from blueprints, schematics, and CAD-based work instructions, and support inventory accuracy through ERP system (MAX) documentation. The ideal candidate takes ownership of their work, operates with a sense of urgency, and holds themselves to the same high standard we hold our products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical Assembly: Use power tools and hand tools to assemble components of industrial furniture products - including attaching slides, bases, levelers, and tops - according to work instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
• Finishing & Packaging: Package completed assemblies using provided packing materials, ensuring products are protected and prepared for shipment to exact customer specifications.
• Material Receiving & Inspection: Receive, inspect, and verify incoming engineering materials and components against purchase orders (POs); identify and escalate any discrepancies.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect parts and finished assemblies for defects and conformance to quality standards; perform rework or adjustments as needed before products advance.
• Inventory & Logistics: Perform inventory counts, support Kanban replenishment, and manage parts stock between assembly lines to keep production moving without interruption.
• ERP Documentation: Maintain accurate transactional records in MAX (ERP), process shipping labels, and update asset databases to ensure inventory integrity.
• Warehouse Operations: Safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts for inbound and outbound shipping and receiving.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow assemblers, engineering, and production teams to ensure efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery on every order.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Tool Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using power tools and hand tools for assembly tasks in a production environment.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and CAD-based work instructions.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Understanding of assembly procedures; ability to troubleshoot issues and identify material discrepancies.
• Detail Orientation: Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and consistently - errors at this stage affect the customer.
• Systems Experience: Familiarity with ERP or WMS inventory tracking systems; experience with MAX is a plus.
• Prior Experience: Previous work in a warehouse, manufacturing, or assembly setting is beneficial; 1–3 years preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, trade certification, or military mechanical experience preferred.

CORE VALUES

• People: We respect and support every member of our team. A collaborative, inclusive environment is the foundation everything else is built on.
• Safety: Proactively fosters a culture of safety on the production floor. Understands and follows all PPE requirements and safe operating procedures without exception - safety is never a shortcut.
• Quality: Takes pride in the craftsmanship of every product. Inspects work at each stage, holds the line on standards, and understands that quality built here is quality delivered to the customer.
• Accountability: Holds self and others to the highest standards. Takes ownership of work quality from the receiving dock to the shipping door and follows through on commitments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is performed in WMS's Londonderry, NH manufacturing facility. The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.; occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs., with team-lift protocols in place for heavier components.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to moderate-to-loud noise levels - hearing protection required and provided.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, or airborne particles typical of a production floor.
• PPE required including safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, and gloves as applicable.
• Forklift operation required; certification provided on-site if not already held.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Pay range: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

WMS offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• On-site forklift certification training
• Collaborative work environment with a tenured, skilled team
• Opportunity for advancement into lead technician and supervisory roles

Workplace Modular Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values - we appreciate and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures, and enthusiastically build teams that celebrate and embrace the contributions of everyone. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm identity and employment eligibility.