Assembler

MiTek; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Day One Medical/Rx, Dental & Vision

Parental Leave & Adoption Reimbursment

Performance bonuses

Retirement plan with 401(k) matching

Job summary

MiTek in the United States is seeking an Assembler to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble machines and sub-assemblies using blueprints, schematics, and work instructions, applying Lean and 5S principles.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 1–2 years in manufacturing, and basic math with a tape measure. You will read drawings, use small hand tools, and contribute to a clean, safe work environment while meeting shift requirements.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing or job shop experience preferred.
• Able to read prints and schematics.
• Able to use small hand-powered tools and read a tape measure.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machines and sub-assemblies following blueprints and work instructions.
• Perform minor layout work, drilling, and tapping.
• Remove metal to achieve proper fit between parts.
• Align components and fasten with bolts, screws, and rivets.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Attend and be ready for the regular shift start.

Skills

Math & measurement

Prints & schematics reading

Hand-tool operation

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tape measure reading

Job description

A Brief Overview

The Assembler will be responsible to assemble machines, equipment, and their sub-assemblies using Lean and 5S methodologies and by following blueprints, schematics, and other work instructions and other written and verbal specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor layout work, drilling, and tapping
• Remove small quantities of metal to clean parts or to produce close fit between parts
• Align components, bolts, screws, and rivets them together
• Assemble sub-assemblies per drawing and/or work instructions with supervision
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes but is not limited to the ability to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the work station ready for work at the start of the shift

Qualifications

• High School/GED required
• 1-2 Years Experience in manufacturing or job shop environment preferred
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand-power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications

Soft Skills

• Computer Skills: Windows Operating Systems
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to read a tape measurer. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Time Management: Completing a job within the requested time frame
• This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing

Physical Demands

This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, climb, walk up stairs and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

Benefits

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.