1st Shift Assembly Technician — Precision & Quality

Kelly Services; Paton Township (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

John Deere in Paton, IA is seeking an Assembler to perform assembly, disassembly, and repair operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will work from prints and specifications, set up processes, and ensure quality by checking outputs against specs.

You’ll operate hand and power tools, manage data records for quality and maintenance, and collaborate with teammates to maintain safety and efficiency on the line.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Good attendance history is required.
• Experience with mechanical or assembly processes is preferred.
• Ability to use basic math and measuring equipment is required.
• Basic computer literacy is required.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently and follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, bundle, and package parts to specification.
• Disassemble and repair assemblies.
• Work from assembly prints and specifications.
• Perform setups; work from part prints and job specs.
• Check results for conformance and make corrections.
• Record data for quality, maintenance, SPC, etc.
• Lubricate and clean equipment and tooling.
• Perform preventive maintenance and adjustments.
• Instruct and assist team members as needed.
• Move and position loads.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Experience in mechanical/assembly

Basic math and measurement

Basic computer literacy

Attention to detail

Ability to work safely and efficiently

Ability to follow instructions and as-

Teamwork and independence

Good attendance history

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Gages

Job description

John Deere in Paton, IA is seeking an Assembler to perform assembly, disassembly, and repair operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will work from prints and specifications, set up processes, and ensure quality by checking outputs against specs.

You’ll operate hand and power tools, manage data records for quality and maintenance, and collaborate with teammates to maintain safety and efficiency on the line.