Assembler I

SPX; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

SPX Technologies is opening a new campus facility in Madison, AL, assembling cooling towers or custom air handling systems. The Assembler I will follow engineering drawings and build orders to assemble, install, and test components, working across stations as skills progress.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity, with standard 4–10 hour days Monday–Thursday, and overtime as needed. A High School diploma and basic mechanical aptitude are required; forklift or crane certification

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude required.
• Experience with hand and pneumatic tools is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and assembly drawings.
• Forklift or crane certification is a plus.
• Strong safety and quality standards commitment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust, and install prefabricated parts to manufacture air handling systems.
• Interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, and BOMs accurately.
• Safely operate hand/pneumatic tools and assembly equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow safety policies.
• Support continuous improvement and cross-train across stations.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Measuring devices

Overhead cranes

Forklift certification

Job description

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Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. We are opening a new campus facility that will have two of our businesses (Marley and Ingenia Technologies) evolving and growing together at SPX's very first campus.

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)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• 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 (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

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

Required Experience

• 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

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 identify and communicate basic assembly issues or material concerns appropriately
• 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 learn modular assembly processes and air handling system configurations
• Ability to maintain quality and attention to detail while meeting developing productivity expectations

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully p erform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 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 use both hands overhead
• Perform repetitive motions
• Plant environment with potential exposure to all types of weather, including excessive heat, excessive cold, and excessive noise

Education & Certifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Working Environment, Schedule and Travel

• Normal work hours (4 - 10 hour days: Mon – Thurs)
• Must be flexible to work overtime as required, including occasional evenings or weekends.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• 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

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

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.

ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $2.2billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

At SPX, what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognizethat only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace.We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation, national origin,gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.