Aerospace Assembler

CARR Machine & Tool, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared-cost health care

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

CARR Machine & Tool, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to build complex sheet metal components per engineering drawings and process instructions.

You will work on the production floor with precision tools, uphold AS9100 standards, and collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to meet customer requirements. Responsibilities include using rivet guns and presses, performing basic inspections, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year general assembly preferred, ideally in manufacturing or aerospace.
• Experience in a precision sheet metal or AS9100 environment is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sheet metal parts, hardware, and components using hand tools, power tools, and fixtures.
• Follow work instructions, job travelers, and production documentation accurately.
• Insert grommets, PEM fasteners, rivets, and other hardware into sheet metal enclosures.
• Use adhesives, sealants, and other assembly materials as required by process specifications.
• Stage and organize parts and hardware for each job based on production schedule.
• Assist in preparing jobs for the next operation (packaging, testing, or final inspection).
• Identify missing or incorrect components and report to supervision.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Perform basic inspection of work to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Identify and report assembly defects, quality concerns, or process variances.
• Complete required checklists, documentation, and traceability forms.
• Operate assembly equipment such as rivet guns, hardware presses, and small power tools.
• Use measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, and gauges.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe condition.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including PPE use and proper tool handling.
• Maintain a neat and organized workstation and assembly area.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately.
• Participate in ongoing safety meetings and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Follow instructions (written & verbal)

Assembly tools basics

Detail-oriented

Teamwork & adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rivet guns

Hardware presses

Small power tools

Job description

Join our growing precision sheet metal manufacturing team and play a key role in keeping production moving efficiently and effectively.

Job Summary

The Assembler is responsible for assembling complex mechanical components and subassemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and industry standards. Working in a precision sheet metal manufacturing environment, this role plays a critical part in ensuring high-quality mechanical builds that meet AS9100 standards. The Mechanical Assembler collaborates with production, quality, and engineering teams to deliver products that meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly Operations - Assemble sheet metal parts, hardware, and components using hand tools, power tools, and fixtures.

  • Follow work instructions, job travelers, and production documentation accurately.
  • Insert grommets, install PEM fasteners, rivets, and other hardware into sheet metal enclosures.
  • Use adhesives, sealants, and other assembly materials as required by process specifications.

• Production Support - Stage and organize parts and hardware for each job based on production schedule.

  • Assist in preparing jobs for the next operation (packaging, testing, or final inspection).
  • Identify missing or incorrect components and report to supervision.
  • Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity and efficiency.

• Quality Assurance - Perform basic inspection of work to ensure conformance to specifications.

  • Identify and report assembly defects, quality concerns, or process variances.
  • Complete required checklists, documentation, and traceability forms.

• Tools & Equipment Use - Operate assembly equipment such as rivet guns, hardware presses, and small power tools.

  • Use measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, and gauges.
  • Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe condition.

• Safety & Housekeeping - Follow all safety guidelines, including PPE use and proper tool handling.

  • Maintain a neat and organized workstation and assembly area.
  • Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately.
  • Participate in ongoing safety meetings and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience - High school diploma or GED required.

  • 1 year of general assembly preferred, ideally in manufacturing or aerospace.
  • Experience in a precision sheet metal or AS9100 environment is a plus.

• Skills & Competencies - Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately

  • Basic understanding of assembly tools and measuring instruments.
  • Detail -oriented with strong work ethic and reliability
  • Able to adapt to changing production needs and work in a team environment

• Work Environment - Work is performed on the production floor with exposure to machinery, metal materials, and moderate noise.

  • Requires standing, walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling materials up to 50 lbs.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching may be required.

Schedule

• 1st Shift Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday
• 2nd Shift Hours: 2:15 PM – 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday.

Some flexibility may be required based on production needs

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $18-21 per hour
• Benefits include shared-cost health care, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match after a waiting period.

Additional Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management reserves the right to revise or modify this job description as needed. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.