Mechanical Assembler
Job Description
Mechanical Assembler – 1st & 2nd Shift
Location: Sheboygan Falls, WI
Pay: $22–$26 per hour
Shifts:
• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 1:00 PM–9:00 PM
Mechanical Assembler I
Job Summary
The Mechanical Assembler I is responsible for producing and assembling machines and machine components according to specifications, ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality throughout the process.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Read and follow entry-level blueprints, shop orders, and specifications to accurately assemble parts and equipment.
- Measure parts using scales, micrometers, and calipers.
- Utilize overhead cranes and proper rigging procedures.
- Operate material-handling equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Travel to client locations for on-site mechanical equipment assembly (company-paid travel).
Occasional Responsibilities
- Prepare parts for painting.
- Participate in department clean-up and improvement initiatives.
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and metric conversions.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and manufacturing instructions preferred.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and machine tools such as drill press, band saw, cut-off saw, and grinder.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to collaborate effectively to proactively develop solutions.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to navigate CAD documents preferred.
- Experience operating material-handling equipment preferred.
- Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical systems, and pneumatics is a plus.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally preferred.
Physical Requirements
Protective Clothing Required
Safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and safety shoes are required while performing job duties.
Physical Demands
- Occasionally: Sit, climb/balance, reach above shoulders, use foot/feet to operate machinery, lift up to 75 lbs.
- Regularly: Talk, listen, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequently: Stand, walk, use hands to handle or manipulate parts, lift up to 25 lbs.
- Vision Requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Tools & Equipment Utilized
Hand tools, portable power tools, measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, scales, indicators), overhead cranes, forklifts, stationary power tools (lathe, band saw, grinder, tap & die equipment), and a computer.
Work Environment
- Factory environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts.
- Occasional exposure to heights, fumes, and airborne particles.
- Noise levels range from loud to very loud depending on equipment.
- Occasional company travel required.
Safety Responsibilities
Employees are expected to:
- Report hazards, unsafe practices, and accidents immediately.
- Wear required PPE at all times.
- Participate in and support safety committee activities and all safety initiatives.