Summary: The Mechanical Assembler is tasked with assembling, installing, and testing mechanical components and systems according to blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications. This role involves using hand tools, power tools, and machinery to fit and align parts, ensuring the final product meets quality standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Fit, align, and assemble mechanical parts, subassemblies, and components using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to determine assembly sequences and determine assembly sequences and ensure accurate construction.
- Conduct visual inspections and quality checks to identify defects or irregularities, making adjustments or repairs as needed to meet specifications.
- Test assembled products for functionality and troubleshoot issues to ensure mechanical reliability.
- Work closely with engineers, technicians, and other assemblers to resolve assembly issues and improve processes. May assist in training new hires or mentoring junior assemblers.
- purchasing and/or Plant Manager of any supplies that are needed for the department.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while handling materials and operating packing equipment.
- Maintain work area per company 5S Standards
- Other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma/GED is required. Technical or vocational training in mechanics, manufacturing, or a related field is a plus.
Experience: 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing assembly is preferred.
Reading Ability: Must be able to read and understand English
Skills:
- Proficiency with hand and power tools, measuring instruments.
- Basic computer skills for documentation or operating automated systems.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, components, and assembly processes.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and ensure high-quality assembly with minimal errors.
- Capability to troubleshoot and resolve assembly or equipment issues efficiently.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and report issues to supervisors.
- Basic math skills including the ability to work with decimals and fractions for measurements and interpreting specifications.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to stand 8-10 hours per shift, 5-6 days per week, while working in a physically demanding environment while having to stand, walk, push, pull, bend, twist, and lift materials up to 50 lbs., and perform repetitive tasks. Good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and depth perception are essential.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in a manufacturing facility which may expose workers to hazards from moving machinery and the operation of various power and hand tools. The use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
EOE
Benefits include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Vacation, PTO, and 401(K).