1st Shift Assembler - Precision Small-Parts

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a 1st Shift Assembler in Rockford, IL. You will assemble small ball-nut components using hand tools, review drawings, and document daily activity in the ERP system.

The role requires basic measuring skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, with opportunities to learn and grow in a metal trades environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent or significant relevant experience.
• Experience with small component assembly in a metal trades environment.
• Ability to read drawings, use measuring tools and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic assembly of small ball-nut components with hand tools.
• Review drawings and instructions to gather components and ensure correct assembly.
• Inspect components using measuring tools for quality and specifications.
• Document daily assembly activities in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain workflow and output.
• Perform quality checks on finished products to meet specs.

Skills

Component assembly

Attention to detail

Reading and writing

Basic arithmetic

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Gages

Hand tools

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a 1st Shift Assembler in Rockford, IL. You will assemble small ball-nut components using hand tools, review drawings, and document daily activity in the ERP system.

The role requires basic measuring skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, with opportunities to learn and grow in a metal trades environment.