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Assembly Intern

Job ID:  4816
Location: 

Auburn Hills, MI, US

Date:  Apr 2, 2026

 

SUMMARY:

The primary role of the Assembly Technician is to balance and test pneumatic measurement tools as well as read and understand mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical assemblies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADDITIONAL RESPONSBILITIES MAY BE ASSIGNED):

  • Assembly technicians responsible for the   mechanical & pneumatic sub-assemblies, including machine tooling and gauge heads
  • To Inspect and balance pneumatic measurement tools
  • Calculate air consumption and flow-rates
  • Perform accuracy and repeatability tests on pneumatic measurement tools as well as others
  • Integration of a variety of commercial components into tooling, machines, and solutions
  • Customer interaction with finished product
  • Work in and maintain a clean and orderly workspace
  • Understand a “Process-driven” work environment for your team.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

 

Help others in final assembly as required.

Manage supplies required for position (filters, O-rings, etc.)

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:   N/A

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Should possess strong basic math skills including algebra and trigonometry
  • Dimensional Metrology
  • Basic GD&T (Geometric tolerance)
  • Basic Measurements
  • Basic use of shop tools (Micrometers, Calipers, Height gages, Dial indicators)
  • Basic knowledge of transducers, transducer to PC interface methods, columns, and computers
  • Must be able to read Mechanical, Pneumatic & Electrical blueprints
  • Understanding of measurements
  • Capable and willing for some international travel

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.



 

 

 

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

 

  • Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
  • Some technical schooling is a plus
  • At least six months’ experience in an automotive manufacturing environment

 

About Jenoptik

At Jenoptik, people with the specific JENIUS character are changing the world with the power of light. That demands a spirit of exploration and dedication. If you’re one of us, come meet the challenges facing the world. At Jenoptik, we’re creating a better future for all of us.

HOMMEL ETAMIC is an independent brand within the Jenoptik Group. As a leading manufacturer and system supplier, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a broad portfolio of measurement technology for manufacturing processes. These include high-precision contact and non-contact manufacturing metrology for pneumatic, tactile or optical inspection of roughness, contours, shape and the determination of dimensions in every phase of the manufacturing process as well as in the measuring room. They analyze the surface, shape and dimensions of workpieces – in every phase of the manufacturing process, during final inspection or in the measuring room. In the process, the systems provide customers with precise measurement data within the shortest possible time. Comprehensive services such as consulting, training, and service, including long-term maintenance contracts, round off the metrology offering.

Are you interested in this position?

Then we look forward to receiving your online application.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.