Experienced Mechanical Assembler - 1st and 2nd Shift ($23.45+/hr.)

Oshkosh•Appleton, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions. Bring your experience. Build something that makes a difference. At Pierce Manufacturing, our team members build fire and emergency vehicles that help protect communities around the world. We're looking for experienced manufacturing professionals who are ready to put their skills to work building highly customized, complex fire apparatus. As an Advanced Assembler, you'll use your manufacturing experience, mechanical aptitude, blueprint-reading skills, and knowledge of hand and power tools to perform complex assembly work while maintaining our high standards for safety, quality, and craftsmanship. If you're an experienced assembler, mechanic, technician, fabricator, or skilled trades professional looking for a stable career where your experience is valued, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

5 or more years of relevant hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, automotive, heavy equipment, mechanical, maintenance, skilled trades, or a related field
Demonstrated experience using hand and power tools
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, schematics, or technical work instructions
Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to perform skilled assembly work
Ability to measure, align, fit, and assemble components accurately
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Complex mechanical assembly
Automotive, truck, heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, recreational vehicle, or specialty vehicle manufacturing
Electrical assembly, wiring, or harness installation
Hydraulic or plumbing systems
Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
Fabrication or metalworking
Precision measurement and quality inspection
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
Training or mentoring less-experienced employees
Technical education, apprenticeship experience, military technical experience, or other relevant skilled-trades training may also be valuable.

Responsibilities

Perform complex mechanical and component assembly using established specifications, blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
Independently read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and work orders
Assemble, install, align, and adjust parts, components, and subassemblies
Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and precision measuring equipment
Perform drilling, sanding, grinding, buffing, fastening, clamping, gluing, and other assembly processes
Measure components and verify proper fit, alignment, and installation
Identify assembly issues and perform basic troubleshooting and problem-solving
Inspect completed work to ensure it meets established quality and workmanship standards
Recognize incorrect, damaged, or nonconforming parts and escalate concerns appropriately
Safely operate cranes, hoists, and other equipment used to position components
Follow established safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures
Work collaboratively with production, quality, engineering, materials, and other team members to resolve issues
Share technical knowledge and assist less-experienced team members as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Complete required production documentation, work orders, and checklists
Work scheduled hours, maintain reliable attendance, and work overtime when required
Install and route electrical wiring, cables, and harnesses
Assemble or install mechanical, hydraulic, plumbing, electrical, or other vehicle systems
Access digital blueprints, specifications, and work instructions
Perform functional testing of parts, components, or equipment
Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment
Assist with training and onboarding team members
Support other production areas based on business needs
Perform all assigned tasks
Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
Hear safety alarms and other co-workers
Perform basic counting tasks
Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blue prints effectively
Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers
Understand and identify safety issues
Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor
Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step, ladders, and trucks
Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
Tolerate constant standing while performing tasks along with occasional awkward positions to complete the tasks
Have good hand eye coordination
Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
Distinguish the difference in various parts and equipment
Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively
Remember task sequence and safety constraints