Assembler

Keen Transport, Inc.; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) company match

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance

On-the-job training

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Keen Transport, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing-Heavy Equipment Assembler at our Brunswick, GA facility. You will assemble heavy equipment using hand, electric, and air-powered tools, install parts, and move components to complete assemblies.

Safety and accuracy are essential as you read manuals and follow schematics. You must be able to work outdoors in all weather, lift up to 50 lbs, and operate forklifts or cranes as needed.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy equipment, forklifts, and cranes.
• Read and interpret machine manuals and schematics.
• Understand hydraulic and electrical systems on construction and agricultural equipment.
• Good hand dexterity to operate power tools and withstand vibration from tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights up to 15 feet.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assemble heavy equipment using hand, electric, and air-powered tools.
• Unpackage and install machine parts.
• Move attachments and components to facilitate assembly.
• Read manuals and schematics for assembly.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Read manuals

Hydraulic/Electrical systems

Hand dexterity/strength

Lift 50 lbs

Stand/walk all day

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Manufacturing-Heavy Equipment Assembler Are you looking to join a company where you'll work with new, top of the line heavy equipment? Keen, a Wallenius Wilhelmsen company, is seeking Manufacturing-Heavy Equipment Assembler at our equipment processing center in Brunswick, GA.

Starting pay is $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Complete assembly of partially built heavy equipment using hand, electric, and air-powered tools
• Unpackage, install, and remove machine parts
• Drive and operate equipment including backing up, tilting or raising or lowering attachments or other machine movements to facilitate proper assembly
• Be able to work outside in all reasonable weather condition
• Read and interpret machine manuals and schematics for assembly purposes
• Adhere to OSHA standards and company safety regulations

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes
• Ability to read and interpret machine manuals and schematics
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems for construction and agricultural equipment
• Sufficient hand dexterity and strength to operate a sledgehammer, power tools and withstand vibration of tools
• Ability to lift overhead 50 lbs and climb to/work at heights of up to 15 feet
• Ability to complete a full workday walking and/or standing in all reasonable weather conditions
• Current valid driver’s license

WHEN YOU JOIN US

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well-being including medical, dental and vision after 30 days of employment
• Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

Who We Are

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you’ll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.

By joining WalWil, you are not just taking on a role. You are joining a global team of over 9,000 people across 28 countries, where you can play a part in shaping shipping and logistics to be cleaner, smarter, and better for future generations. We believe careers grow through purpose, learning, and collaboration. Here, you will have opportunities to develop your skills, work with experienced colleagues, and contribute to meaningful work that supports customers and communities around the world. If you are motivated to learn, make an impact, and be part of a global team, WalWil could be the place for you. For more than 150 years, Wallenius Wilhelmsen has connected people, businesses, and markets across the world. What began as a mission to move goods and enable trade has evolved into a global shipping and logistics company focused on innovation, operational excellence, and a more sustainable future. But our story is defined as much by our people as by our business. Guided by our values—We Care, We Challenge, and We Commit—we foster a culture where people are empowered to grow, speak up and make a meaningful impact. Behind every achievement is the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our teams. Across 28 countries, colleagues come together with diverse perspectives and a shared purpose: creating value for our customers, communities, and one another. It is this spirit that makes WalWil not only a leader in our industry, but also a place where people can build rewarding careers and contribute to something bigger than themselves.