Mechanical Assembler

Barry-Wehmiller • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Mechanical Assembler performs basic mechanical assembly operations on production units. The role involves assembling machine sections to customer specifications, using hand and power tools, interpreting basic technical documents, and working to exacting tolerances. The position is performed at the worksite, requires regular and predictable attendance on an assigned shift or schedule, and may require frequent overtime. The description is subject to change at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical assembly operations and work to exacting tolerances.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and measuring instruments.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with team members.
• Regular and predictable attendance at the worksite and ability to work assigned shifts or schedules and frequent overtime.
• Ability to provide an assortment of tools in a rollaway toolbox and steel-toed boots.
• Ability to see and assess drawings, photos, and written instructions; hear verbal instructions and mechanical signals; and speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including sitting and standing for at least three hours, repeatedly lifting up to 50 pounds, and maintaining balance while working on ladders up to 12 feet tall.

Nice To Haves

• Military, trade school, or community college coursework in mechanical or electrical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine material requirements and assembly instructions.
• Assist with or assemble basic machine sections to customer specifications, attaching units to assemblies, subassemblies, or frames using hand and power tools.
• Perform mechanical assembly operations to exacting tolerances; position and align parts using fixtures, jigs, and templates; and work with rotating shafts, gear trains, mechanical structures, and sprockets.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes; file, lap, and buff parts to fit; and clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies.
• Use measuring instruments to level and align work, detect and eliminate run-out, and meet close tolerances for squareness, concentricity, and parallelism.
• Assist in detecting defective materials, unusual conditions, or operating difficulties and report them to a supervisor.
• Attend team meetings and provide input on quality, cost, or production issues as appropriate.
• Communicate and interact regularly and effectively with other team members.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance at the worksite and work assigned shifts or schedules, including frequent overtime as required.
• Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED