Assembly Associate II - EPS

About the role

Do you take pride in quality work, value safety, and enjoy being part of a team that gets things done? At AGC Heat Transfer, we’re looking for an Assembly Associate II to join our EPS team in Fairview, OR. If you’re reliable, hands‑on, and ready to grow with a company that leads its industry, this could be the perfect fit.

Who We Are

AGC Heat Transfer is the leading OEM of sanitary plate heat exchangers in North America. We design and manufacture equipment used across the food, beverage, and sanitary processing industries — and we take that responsibility seriously. With facilities in Oregon, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Texas, our 140‑person team supports customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re profitable, growing, and have more than doubled sales since 2007. Our culture is rooted in engineering excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Handle materials using overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, pallet jacks, and electric pallet jacks
• Operate hydraulic presses, industrial ovens, and leak‑testing equipment
• Apply rubber gaskets to new and customer plates
• Perform visual quality inspections
• Prepare plate packs and gaskets for shipment
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Accurately count and record parts
• Follow written instructions and complete tasks efficiently
• Participate in safety and production improvement efforts
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with hydraulic presses, machining, or tooling (preferred)
• High school diploma or GED (trade schooling a plus)
• Strong troubleshooting and multitasking skills
• Basic math, reading, and writing abilities
• Ability to follow directions and stay focused
• Willingness to work across a wide range of tasks
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Commitment to wearing PPE and following 5S principles
• Ability to perform repetitive work and lift up to 50 lbs

Physical & Environmental Expectations

• Standing or walking for 8–10 hours
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Handling tools and materials throughout the day
• Lifting 50 lbs independently and 50–75 lbs with assistance
• Working in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise, vibration, and seasonal temperature changes
• Wearing PPE (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection)
• Reading blueprints, labels, gauges, and measurement tools
• Inspecting parts and listening for equipment cues

Pay

$22–$25/hr

Schedule

Full‑time, Non‑Exempt

Benefits

• Health insurance with HSA option
• Dental & vision coverage
• Life & disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program