3rd Shift Assembly Technician — Cross‑Train & Grow

Altec; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx

401(k) matching

Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Disability Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Altec in Osceola, IA is seeking a hands-on assembler to prepare, assemble and install vehicle and/or chipper components to required specifications across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities include reading schematics and blueprints, interpreting work orders, using basic tools, maintaining a clean 5S-work area, and supporting production through cross-training and safety compliance. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within Altec.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend required.
• Basic computer usage knowledge desired
• Vocational Training in lieu of experience will be considered.
• Ability to read tape measures, blue prints, and schematics desired.
• General knowledge of at least one; Mechanical, Hydraulics, Electrical, or Manufacturing/Production processes.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret schematics (blueprints).
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment.
• Learn and operate all equipment within the work area (cell).
• Perform rework as required.
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in RCI events.
• Willing to move to other work areas in order to support production needs. (Cross-train).
• Install unit vehicle and/or chipper components and accessories.
• Testing of installed components.
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment.
• Maintain daily time records.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job duties may vary by location.

Skills

Read blueprints

Read schematics

Tape measure reading

Basic computer skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational Training

Job description

Altec in Osceola, IA is seeking a hands-on assembler to prepare, assemble and install vehicle and/or chipper components to required specifications across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities include reading schematics and blueprints, interpreting work orders, using basic tools, maintaining a clean 5S-work area, and supporting production through cross-training and safety compliance. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within Altec.