Assembler 1 – Paint Prep (1st Shift) – Total Control Systems

ADP, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with HSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Company-Paid Premiums

Job summary

Murray Equipment, Inc. is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented entry-level Assembler 1 in our TCS division. This 1st shift production role focuses on assembling components and supporting the paint process to meet production requirements in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates are motivated to learn, mechanically inclined, and able to follow written and verbal instructions. The position emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and the opportunity to develop hands-on skills with basic tools

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing/ assembly & industrial painting experience required.
• 2+ years of work with detailed written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assembles parts into completed units following standard procedures.
• Records time and materials used promptly and accurately.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area.
• Inspects completed work to ensure quality.
• Assists with painting prep and supports paint process.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Organization

Time management

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Hand trucks

Job description

Murray Equipment, Inc. is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for an entry-level Assembler 1 position with paint preparation responsibilities in our TCS division. This is a 1st shift production role focused on assembling components and supporting the paint process to meet production requirements. This position is ideal for someone who is motivated to learn, mechanically inclined, and able to follow written and verbal instructions in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assembly Responsibilities

• Receives written and/or verbal instructions.
• Selects parts required for assembly of components or finished goods.
• Assembles parts into completed units following standard procedures.
• Records time and materials used in a prompt and accurate manner.
• Records scrap using established procedures.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area.
• Identifies and communicates quality or production concerns to supervision.
• Inspects completed work to ensure it meets quality standards.

Paint Prep Responsibilities

• Selects parts and prepares surfaces for painting (cleaning, masking, plugging as needed).
• Assists with preparing paint materials (mixing, stirring, staging supplies).
• Loads and stages parts for the paint process.
• Supports operation of paint equipment following established procedures.
• Performs basic quality checks on coated parts (coverage, finish, defects).
• Cleans and maintains paint tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Follows all safety procedures for handling materials and chemicals.

General Responsibilities

• Works closely with team members and supervision to meet production goals.
• Follows all company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For (Successful Candidate)

• Be dependable and willing to learn
• Follow instructions and work safely in a production environment
• Demonstrate attention to detail and quality
• Have basic mechanical aptitude
• Work well as part of a team
• Be organized and able to manage time effectively

Skills & Abilities

• Basic use of hand and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and follow instructions
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Organization and time management
• Ability to operate or learn equipment such as hand trucks or forklifts

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing/ assembly & industrial painting experience required.
• 2+ Years of work with detailed written instructions

Physical Requirements:

• Manually lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Use of written and oral communication.
• Capable of standing/walking more than 80% of work time.
• 100% of working time (except for assigned breaks) is spent on the production floor.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay & Excellent Benefits - Fair and competitive pay with opportunities to grow your earnings based on your performance and contribution.
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for pay increases
• Additional opportunities throughout the year for performance-based and other pay increases
• Health insurance with HSA
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Additional company 401(k) contribution, independent of employee contributions
• Voluntary Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance available for employees and their dependents
• Company-Paid Premiums - MEI pays eligible insurance premiums for eligible employees and their eligible dependents, providing significant additional value beyond your regular wages.
• More Than Just Your Paycheck - MEI’s investment in you goes beyond your paycheck, with employer-paid benefits worth up to an additional $20/hour in total compensation.Your hourly wage is only one part of what you earn. When you consider company-paid insurance premiums, retirement contributions, and other employer-provided benefits, your total compensation can be worth significantly more than your base rate of pay.

For more information about Murray Equipment and its family of businesses, visit meicareers.com and murrayequipment.com

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1st Shift!

8:00am - 4:30pm w/ 30 minute lunch

Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Saturday: -

Sunday: -