2nd Shift Assembler

Dane Manufacturing; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly catered luncheons

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid ESL classes

4-10 schedule (Mon–Thu)

Team environment

Learning & growth opportunities

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing in Waunakee, WI is seeking a hands-on Assembler/Finisher to assemble metal components and apply finishing touches to products. You will work from blueprints and shop drawings, using hand and power tools to grind, sand, and polish parts while maintaining quality standards.

Ideal candidates read blueprints, have strong manual dexterity, and can work independently or as part of a team to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience with metal fabrication and assembly is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, or work instructions.
• Comfort using hand and power tools and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fabricated metal components using work instructions, blueprints, and shop drawings.
• Grind, sand, deburr, and polish metal parts to remove imperfections.
• Use grinders, sanders, riveters and other finishing equipment.
• Measure parts with calipers and tape measures to ensure tolerances.
• Inspect assembled parts for quality and accuracy; report defects.
• Prepare surfaces for painting or coating and coordinate with teammates to meet production goals.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprints

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Manual dexterity

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Riveters

Calipers

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: WAUNAKEE, WI 53597Build It. Finish It. Make It Right.

4-10s Schedule | Monday–Thursday | 4:30 AM–2:30 PM

Do you like working with your hands, using tools, and seeing the finished product you're responsible for?

We’re looking for an Assembler/Finisher to join our manufacturing team! In this role, you’ll work with fabricated metal parts, assembling components and putting the finishing touches on products before they move on to the next step.

If you take pride in quality work, pay attention to the details, and enjoy a hands‑on environment, this could be a great fit for you!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Your work will help turn fabricated metal components into finished, quality products.

Your day may include:

• Assembling fabricated metal components using work instructions, blueprints, and shop drawings.
• Grinding, sanding, deburring, and polishing metal parts to remove sharp edges, weld splatter, and imperfections.
• Using hand tools, power tools, grinders, sanders, riveters, and other finishing equipment.
• Measuring parts using calipers, tape measures, and other measuring tools.
• Inspecting parts to make sure they are assembled correctly and meet quality standards.
• Preparing surfaces for painting, coating, or additional processing.
• Identifying and reporting defective materials, assembly issues, or equipment concerns.
• Working with supervisors and teammates to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Keeping your work area clean, organized, and safe.

THIS JOB IS A GREAT FIT IF YOU...

• Enjoy hands‑on work and working with tools.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Take pride in producing quality work.
• Can read and follow blueprints, drawings, or work instructions.
• Are comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Have good hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Can work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Have manufacturing or metal fabrication experience — especially with grinding, sanding, deburring, or polishing.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

We believe our employees deserve to feel like part of the team — not just another number.

Here are a few things you can look forward to:

• Monthly Catered Luncheons
• We provide catered lunches for employees on all three shifts!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• We offer a full, comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families.
• Paid ESL Classes
• We provide paid English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help employees strengthen their English skills, build confidence, and succeed both at work and in everyday life.
• 4-10 Schedule
• Enjoy a consistent Monday–Thursday schedule, giving you three-day weekends every week!
• Team Environment
• Work alongside a variety of production teams to build, finish, and deliver quality products to our customers.
• Opportunity to Learn & Grow
• Build your skills in metal fabrication, assembly, finishing, and quality while gaining valuable manufacturing experience.
• Safety-Focused Workplace
• We take safety seriously and provide the PPE and training needed to perform the job safely.

READY TO GET TO WORK?

If you're dependable, hands‑on, detail-oriented, and take pride in doing quality work, we'd love to meet you!