Industrial Mechanical Assembler

Komline; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Komline in Rockford, IL seeks an assembly professional to build and test filtration machinery according to production and engineering standards. You will select assembly methods, fit parts to drawings, and complete electrical and piping connections.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, maintaining quality, and moving items between departments using a forklift. The role requires reading engineering drawings and safety instructions, plus forklift certification.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering/assembly drawings
• Read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions
• Write routine documents such as checklists and time sheets
• Use basic arithmetic for measurements and tolerances
• Follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions
• Operate forklift per certification

Responsibilities

• Fit, align, and assemble parts, motors, pumps, and sub-assemblies into units and connect electrical/piping
• Position parts according to layout or drawings
• Fasten parts with bolts, screws, and fasteners
• Drill and tap holes for fasteners
• Inspect parts and assemblies for fit and defects
• Remove material to achieve close fits
• Test components and units for proper operation
• Move items to Paint Department using forklift
• Record daily production information
• Follow safety and keep work area orderly

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Read safety docs

Documentation/writing routines

Basic arithmetic (fractions/decimals)

Follow instructions accurately

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting‑edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities.

Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Recognized as the leader in providing the highest quality coolant filtration products and services, we proudly serve the US automotive, aerospace, agriculture, and general machine tool industries. Uniquely positioned in our ability to produce large central systems for an entire plant down to individual filters for a single cutting machine on the floor, our proprietary filtration and cooling technologies come second to none.

The Assembler will perform duties to assemble and test filtration machinery in accordance with production and engineering standards, prescribed procedures, customer specifications, and quality standards. The Assembler will select the assembly method and erection procedure, fit parts to tolerances and operating requirements, and be involved with the use of hand and power tools.

Role And Responsibilities

• Fit, align, and assemble manufactured or purchased parts, motors, pumps, and sub-assemblies into completed units and make necessary electrical and piping connections
• Position parts according to the layout of the unit being assembled or according to engineering drawings
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners
• Drill and tap holes for fasteners
• Advising Superiors of discrepancies, visually inspect parts and assemblies for fit and surface defects
• Remove small quantities of metal with hand files to produce close fit between parts
• Test components and unit for proper operation
• Move items to the Paint Department for painting using a forklift
• Record daily production information on the timekeeping system
• Follow company policies and safety while keeping a clean and orderly work area

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and four to six years’ mechanical repair or machine assembly experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and/or assembly drawings
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Write/complete routine documents such as checklists and time sheets
• Ability to add and subtract using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Able to work Second Shift hours of 3:15pm to 11:45pm CST
• Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Forklift operator Certification

Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO Employer- M/F/Vets/Disabled