ASSEMBLER

Power Drives Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Power Drives, Inc. in Buffalo, NY, is seeking an assembler to join our production team. You will assemble, test and tag hoses, tubes, fittings, and related components, ensuring the highest quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing basic measurements with calipers and gauges, and maintaining safety and cleanliness. The role requires physical stamina, teamwork, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret measurements.
• Attention to detail with quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test and tag hoses, tubes, fittings and accessories.
• Follow work instructions, safety rules and procedures.
• Use measurement devices to perform quality checks.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist in area and facility cleanup.
• Train other team members as assigned.
• Report any equipment, process, or quality concerns immediately.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Quality consciousness

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Ability to stand for long periods

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Digital scales

Gauge clocks

Protractors

Fixtures

Job description

Job Description

Power Drives, Inc. is a Buffalo‑based manufacturer specializing in custom‑engineered hose, tube, and fluid conveyance systems for a wide range of industrial and mobile equipment applications. Founded in 1946, PDI is known for delivering high‑quality, reliable solutions backed by strong engineering expertise and decades of industry experience.

Pay Rate

$17.50 per hour. Employees have opportunities for salary increases through our tiered training program, as well as monthly performance incentives.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 5:30 Monday-Thursday

Objective

To assemble, test and tag hoses, tubes, fittings, and accessories with the highest level of quality and efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Job Requirements

• Ability to comprehend and execute work assignments with minimal follow up supervision
• Ability to stand throughout entire shift
• Be customer service and quality driven
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints
• Ability to be cross trained in other functions
• Observant, attentive to detail, and quality conscious
• Self‑motivated and task driven
• Basic math, reasoning, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Execute assignments as given by the supervisor or group leader
• Meet or exceed quality of work and quantity expectations
• Follow all work instructions, policies, work rules, safety guidelines, and work procedures
• Utilize measurement devices like calipers, digital scales, and gage clocks to perform quality checks as required
• Perform basic preventative equipment maintenance as assigned
• Participate in problem solving, continuous improvement, and customer complaint resolution efforts
• Immediately inform supervisor or group leader of all equipment, process, material, safety, or quality concerns
• Training other team members as assigned
• Participate in daily area clean up and more significantly facility clean-up efforts as assigned
• Read and understand product blueprints and technical data sheets as required
• Set up machinery and properly use protractors and other jigs and fixtures as required
• Ensure completed product and left‑over materials are returned to proper locations
• Accept reassignments to other departments as workload dictates

Physical Requirements

This position demands physical strength, endurance, using industrial tools and machinery. Candidates must be comfortable with repetitive tasks, heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs.), standing for a long period of time, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and working in a fast‑paced production setting.

Recognition

2026 Buffalo's Business First Best Places To Work Finalist