Mechanical Assembly Technician I (Entry Level)

Launch Your Manufacturing Career at LACO Technologies

LACO Technologies is looking for an entry-level Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our Production Assembly team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, has mechanical aptitude, and wants to build a long-term career in advanced manufacturing.

You'll help build custom vacuum and leak testing systems used by leading organizations in aerospace, medical, automotive, and advanced technology industries. No direct assembly experience is required. We are willing to train motivated individuals who are eager to learn and grow.

About LACO

LACO Technologies designs and manufactures custom vacuum and leak testing systems used by companies such as NASA, SpaceX, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Apple, and others around the world.

LACO is also part of the Atlas Copco Group, a global leader in industrial technology with operations in more than 180 countries. For employees, this means the opportunity to work for a local company with a strong family-oriented culture while benefiting from the stability, resources, and long-term career opportunities of a global organization.

What You'll Do

• Assemble mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Follow work instructions and assembly drawings
• Maintain quality and safety standards
• Work with team members to complete customer projects
• Keep work areas clean and organized

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred but not Required:

• Manufacturing, assembly, warehouse, automotive, military, construction, or other hands-on experience
• Trade school or technical training

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour
• Flexible work schedule with participation in our 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Three weeks of PTO during your first year
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Employee events, lunches, and appreciation activities

Who Thrives at LACO

People who enjoy hands-on work, take pride in quality craftsmanship, work well in a team environment, and are looking for a career rather than just a job.

Equal Opportunity Employer: LACO Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

LACO specializes in designing and manufacturing specialized and custom vacuum and leak testing equipment serving domestic and international markets. At LACO, the systems that we manufacture are unique to our customers’ needs and our processes are critical to the success of our systems and customer satisfaction.

LACO Technologies is committed to driving excellence and innovation. We value growth and development of our employees and strive to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

At LACO Technologies we strive to give our employees a great work-life balance. We offer our employees the opportunity to participate in a 9/80 work schedule giving our employees every other Friday off. This benefit, along with our flexible scheduling options and generous PTO offering makes LACO a company worth considering for employment.

We are a leading-edge technology company serving the Aerospace, Automotive, Medical/Pharmaceutical, and other technology industries. LACO's customers are the likes of SpaceX, Apple, NASA, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed, Boeing, and Merck. Come work where you will get a small company feel with big company opportunities, benefits, and technology.