Assembler I

SPX Cooling Technologies; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive health insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

SPX Cooling Technologies in Madison, Alabama, is seeking an Assembler I responsible for independently assembling cooling towers or custom air handling systems. The role requires foundational assembly skills and mechanical aptitude, performing tasks according to specifications and quality standards.

Key responsibilities include assembling prefabricated parts, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring safety and quality compliance. Candidates with a high school diploma and some mechanical assembly experience are preferred. Competitive benefits and training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn mechanical assembly processes.
• Ability to follow work instructions, assembly drawings, and verbal directions accurately.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, attendance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust, and install prefabricated parts to manufacture air handling systems.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering revisions accurately.
• Utilize hand and pneumatic tools safely and effectively.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to follow work instructions

Basic assembly and fastening skills

Safe usage of hand and pneumatic tools

Teamwork in manufacturing environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

The Assembler I position is responsible for independently assembling cooling towers or complete custom air handling systems, including all mechanical and modular components, in accordance with engineering drawings, build orders, specifications, and quality standards. This position performs mechanical assembly, system integration, troubleshooting, fit-up, and final assembly activities associated with engineered-to-order air handling equipment.

The Assembler I is expected to develop foundational assembly skills, mechanical aptitude, product knowledge, and familiarity with assembly processes while contributing to safety, quality, productivity, and schedule performance. The position performs standardized and repetitive assembly tasks while learning blueprint interpretation, assembly techniques, and system configurations associated with engineered-to-order air handling equipment. The Assembler I may work in multiple assembly stations as skill levels progress and may assume additional duties as assigned.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

• Assemble, adjust, and install prefabricated parts to manufacture air handling systems
• Perform the various adjustments, settings, and fine‑tuning operations necessary for assembly
• Interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, bills of material, and engineering revisions accurately
• Assemble and install mechanical, structural, and modular system components including fan sections, coils, dampers, filter systems, access sections, electrical mounting components, and related assemblies
• Independently assemble complete custom air handling units from start to finish using engineering drawings, specifications, and build orders
• Assist with assembly of fan sections, coil sections, filter sections, dampers, and related air handling system components
• Earn and apply proper assembly, fastening, sealing, gasketing, and fit‑up techniques required for air handling equipment
• Utilize hand tools, pneumatic tools, measuring devices, and standard assembly equipment safely and effectively; operate overhead cranes, forklifts, man lifts, and material handling equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Perform basic troubleshooting and resolve simple assembly or fit‑up issues while escalating more complex issues appropriately
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company standards
• Participate in cross‑training activities to develop skills across multiple assembly stations and processes
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in improving assembly efficiency and workflow
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience & Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn mechanical assembly processes
• Ability to follow work instructions, assembly drawings, and verbal direction accurately
• Ability to perform basic assembly, fastening, sealing, and fit‑up activities
• Ability to safely utilize hand tools, pneumatic tools, measuring devices, and standard assembly equipment
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, forklifts, man lifts, and material handling equipment safely and effectively
• Ability to develop blueprint reading and assembly interpretation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment
• Ability to adapt to changing production schedules and work assignments
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, attendance, and continuous improvement

Education & experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing, mechanical assembly, construction, fabrication, or industrial experience preferred
• Basic mechanical aptitude required
• Previous experience using hand tools, pneumatic tools, or measuring devices preferred
• Ability to learn blueprint reading and assembly processes required
• Forklift, crane, or man lift certification preferred
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment required
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards required
• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements

• Lifting up to 50 pounds; 50+ pounds with assistance
• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, twisting, reaching, working at heights, and using a ladder as required
• Ability of using both hands overhead
• Perform repetitive motions
• Plant environment with potential exposure to all types of weather, including excessive heat, excessive cold, and excessive noise

What benefits do we offer?

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.