Assembler

Gulf Island; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking an Assembler to support fabrication and assembly of enclosure components. This role performs basic welding, fit-up and mechanical assembly, following drawings and procedures to produce enclosure frames, panels and subassemblies.

You will work on the shop floor, maintain safety, operate around overhead cranes (training provided), read blueprints, and collaborate with the team to meet daily production goals while ensuring quality.

Qualifications

• Read and follow blueprints, drawings and work instructions.
• Perform structural welding on enclosure components per drawings.
• Assemble panels and subassemblies, fit-up and install hardware.
• Operate overhead crane safely or coordinate lifting operations.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and wear PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble enclosure frames, panels and subassemblies.
• Set up and teardown welding/assembly stations.
• Inspect welds visually and report defects for rework.
• Support material movement and positioning on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Structural welding

Mechanical assembly

Blueprint reading

PPE and safety

Rigging/overhead crane training

Job description

Description

Main Purpose:

The Assembler supports the fabrication and assembly of enclosure components by performing basic welding, fit-up and mechanical assembly tasks. This role is also responsible for the safe and efficient production of enclosure frames, panels and subassemblies.

Essential Functions:

• Perform structural welding on enclosure components by following drawings and trained procedures
• Perform basic mechanical assembly, including fitting panels, installing hardware and prepping components for welding or final assembly
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings and work instructions to determine weld and assembly requirements
• Complete tasks for roofs, doors and sub-assemblies (RDS) to support smooth production flow and ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements
• Support material movement and positioning using overhead cranes or rigging (training provided as needed)
• Conduct visual weld checks, report defects and assist with rework
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all PPE requirements, including respirators when required for certain materials
• Setup and teardown welding / assembly workstations
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain workflow
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching