Mechanical Assembler

Gorbel’s mission is simple: We improve people’s lives.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We’re on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we’re looking for people like you to join us in that mission.

We’re currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.

Work Shift

Day Shift (Canada)

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Mechanical Assembler performs mechanical assembly of non-electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Complete assembly of mechanical components in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Maintain the inventory accuracy of mechanical components and hardware.
• Assemble and mount mechanical and subassembly components onto structures by following work instructions.
• Plan and carry out assembly work from drawings, pick lists, and bills of materials.
• Carry out mechanical assembly - build new, troubleshoot, repair, or modify units.
• Prioritize work orders to meet material delivery dates.
• All other duties as requested by management.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools and some powered equipment.
• Ability to read tape measure.
• Ability to read a blueprint.
• Ability to use hand tools requiring dexterity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with factory supervisor.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with factory supervision.

• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand (75%); walk (20%); stoop, kneel or crouch (5%), as required.
• Able to climb portable ladder.
• Able to wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout shift.
• Able to wear hearing protectors (ear plugs) throughout the shift while working in an environment with moderate noise levels.

• Works in office and manufacturing facility with flexibility for travel to off-site meetings.
• Usually works a standard forty-four (44) hour work week.
• May be required to work some overtime hours to attend meetings or meet organizational needs.
• May experience tight deadlines and stressful conditions at times.
• Must be able to manage frequent interruptions and multiple tasks daily.
• Ability to travel to various plants, and lift from 25 to 50 pounds, walking and stairs.
• Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended periods.