Assembler

Vermeer; Freeman (SD); On-site; USD 32,153 - 33,709; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer in Freeman, South Dakota is looking for dedicated team players to assemble high-quality equipment following specific guidelines. You’ll collaborate to ensure products meet customer needs and maintain high-performance standards while working on-site.

Ideal candidates should be able to successfully complete training and meet assembly tasks within set timeframes. Join Vermeer to make a real impact!

Qualifications

• Training in Vermeer Assembly is essential.
• Candidates must work efficiently under time constraints.
• Quality control adherence is critical.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment per Vermeer quality standards.
• Test and inspect components for proper function.
• Support workplace organization goals.

Skills

Ability to complete Vermeer Assembly Training

Ability to complete tasks in a specified time

Ability to meet quality expectations

Effective communication and collaboration

Job description

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift 1 - First Shift

Hourly Wage Range $23.34 - $24.47

Job Summary

Are you the type of person who is driven to make a real impact by following established processes for assembly of high-quality Vermeer equipment? In this role you will follow digital instructions to perform a variety of skills and tasks as you work with a team to ensure high quality work that meets our customers' needs. We’re looking for a dedicated team player to build machines for customers across the globe.

What You’ll Do

1. Follow provided job instructions to assemble equipment and subassemblies for attachment to equipment per Vermeer's quality standards.
2. Align components and bolts then fasten them according to torque specifications, install moving parts and test to ensure parts move as intended.
3. Inspect painted parts to ensure quality.
4. Apply decals, company logos, safety warning notices and other items to the finished product. May also attach doors, panels and other machine guarding.
5. Calculate figures and apply basic mathematical functions including fractions and decimals.
6. Support 5S/workplace organization goals of the department and offer suggestions and make improvements that assist in achieving the department’s performance board metrics.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to complete Vermeer Assembly Training.
• Ability to complete a specified number of tasks in a certain amount of time repeatedly.
• Ability to consistently meet quality expectations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals throughout the organization.

Travel

No travel is expected of this position.

Essential Functions

Standing: Continuously
Sitting: Occasionally
Walking: Frequently
Hand Coordination: At least average/bilateral
Twisting: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)
Bending – Trunk: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)
Bending – Neck: Occasionally (up to 15 degree flex for up to 2 minutes)
Elevated Work/Reach: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)
Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)
Climbing: Occasionally
Pulling: Rarely (up to 70 lbs); Occasionally (up to 50 lbs); Frequently (up to 20 lbs); Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
Pushing: Rarely (up to 70 lbs); Occasionally (up to 50 lbs); Frequently (up to 20 lbs); Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
RH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs); Occasionally (up to 50 lbs); Frequently (up to 20 lbs); Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
LH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs); Occasionally (up to 50 lbs); Frequently (up to 20 lbs); Continuously (up to 10 lbs)
RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs); Occasionally (up to 10 lbs); Frequently (up to 5 lbs); Continuously (up to 2 lbs)
LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs); Occasionally (up to 10 lbs); Frequently (up to 5 lbs); Continuously (up to 2 lbs)
Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs); Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)
Horizontal Lift: (up to 50 lbs); Occasionally (up to 20 lbs); Frequently (up to 10 lbs); Continuously (up to 5 lbs)
Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 40 lbs); Occasionally (up to 10 lbs)

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member’s day‑time work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an off‑site location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at (641) 621‑8767 or at [e-mail].