Assembler - 2nd Shift

Hunter Engineering Company; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Plan

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Durant, MS is seeking an Assembler to join our team on the 2nd shift. You will assemble metal products at a bench or on the shop floor, read blueprints, and operate hand and power tools. This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow and quality workmanship.

Starting pay is $24.25 per hour with a $0.50 shift differential, totaling $24.75 per hour, with opportunities for advancement. A 3rd shift or overtime may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read work instructions.
• Able to use hand tools and power tools safely.
• Basic math and ability to read and follow blueprints.
• Basic computer skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Position parts per blueprints or knowledge of the unit; fasten with bolts, screws, clips, rivets.
• Audit production parts to ensure adequate stock for production.
• Remove metal with files and scrapers to fit parts accurately.
• Operate hand tools or portable power tools during assembly.
• Work at multiple stations as needed; assist with overhead hoist and forklift operations.
• Perform overtime as required; take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions

Basic math skills

Reading & comprehension of memos

Microsoft Office (basic)

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-year certificate from college or technical school (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Hand drills

Air tools

Forklift

Job description

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as an Assembler in Durant, MS!

Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 – 2026) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Hunter offers $24.25 as the starting rate with $0.50 shift differential, and opportunities for advancement in level and pay.

Total pay is $24.75.

This position is for our 2nd shift (3:30pm-12am, Monday-Friday)

If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.

As an Assembler, you will assemble metal products, partially or completely, working at a bench or on the shop floor.

What You’ll Do:

• Positions parts according to knowledge of unit being assembled or following blueprints; fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners
• Audit production parts to maintain adequate stock to fulfill production needs
• Removes small quantities of metal with hand files and scrapers to produce a close fit between parts
• Operates hand tools or portable power tools to assist in the assembly operation
• May be required to work at different stations as production needs warrant
• Operate overhead hoist to maneuver material
• Operate Forklift to move products throughout the plant
• Operate hand tools to assemble products
• Operate power and manual pallet jacks throughout the plant
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled
• Additional duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED is required
• One year certificate from college or technical school preferred
• Up to 1 year of experience in some industry or combination of education and experience or demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to read work instructions
• Ability to use hand tools such as hand drills and air tools
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

What We Offer:

• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’