Assembler

Peerless Engineering and Manufacturing; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Peerless Engineering and Manufacturing in Kansas City, KS is seeking an assembler to build equipment to customer specifications using hand tools and precision measurement. You will read blueprints, prepare shipment-ready materials, and collaborate with teams to maintain workflow while following safety rules.

The role requires 18+ years old, US work eligibility, and a high school diploma or GED. Forklift experience and welding capability are a plus; overtime may be needed to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting blueprint drawings and specifications.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forklift experience required.
• Assembly and welding experience a plus.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Overtime availability to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment following customer specifications with hand tools.
• Read and prepare materials for shipment.
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Collaborate with team and report status.
• Follow leadership instructions and safety rules.
• Take measurements with tape measure and other tools.
• Weld or assist welding when required.
• Perform duties with accuracy and timely completion.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Measuring with tape

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

JOB SUMMARYAssembles equipment within customer specifications. Basic assembly knowledge and fabrication shop experience are beneficial.Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities:Reading and interpreting blueprint drawings and specificationsPreparing material for shipmentAssisting in loading and unloading of commercial and customer trucksCollaborating with work teams and using verbal and/or written communications skills to report work status, request next stepsFollowing leadership instructionsPerforming job tasks timely and accurately to ensure smooth workflowUsing a variety of hand tools to assemble equipmentTaking accurate measurements using measuring tape or other measuring toolsFollowing safety rules and protocols including good housekeeping practicesWelding and/or prior assembly experience a plus!Other duties may be assigned within the scope of manufacturing facility operationsJob Qualifications:18+ years of ageMust be legally eligible to work in the United StatesHigh School Diploma / GEDForklift experience requiredAssembly and welding experience a plus!Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and future random drug testingAbility to work overtime as needed to meet production deadlinesJob Skills Competencies:Basic math skills to include accurate use of a tape measureEagerness to learn new skillsAccepting and following instructions from multiple supervisorsCollaboration with team membersAwareness of surroundings and basic occupational health and safety practicesFlexibility and patience for adjusting to changing customer needsPositive attitudePhysical Requirements:Physically able to safely and consistently lift and pull material up to 50 lbs.Ability to work inside and outside of a warehouse with extreme temperature fluctuations