Assembly

MAAG Group

Kent (OH)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 41,000

Full time

8 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

MAAG Reduction Inc. is seeking an Assembly Technician to assemble our family of equipment, including Pelletizers, Pulverizers, Water Baths, Air Knives, Pumps, and Color Mixers, with a focus on on‑time delivery. The job emphasizes quality workmanship and safety in a Kent, Ohio factory setting.

Candidates should read blueprints, measure with micrometers, and understand pneumatic and hydraulic basics. The role requires physical fitness, weekend/overtime flexibility, and adherence to safety

Qualifications

Reads and interprets assembly drawings, blueprints and layout drawings and electrical prints.
Knowledge of measuring with micrometers and feeler gauges and understanding tolerances.
Understanding of pneumatic circuits, cylinders, valves, regulators and controls.
Knowledge of threaded and welded pipe, valves and fittings and related hardware.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work overhead as needed; physical fitness required.
Documents labor hours and reports material discrepancies; uses logs and forms.

Responsibilities

Assemble equipment such as Pelletizers, Pulverizers, Water Baths, Pumps and more as directed.
Read assemblies, follow wiring layouts and ensure 100% on-time delivery.
Operate overhead cranes and lift heavy components with proper safety procedures.
Participate in team continuous improvement and hazardous area safety practices.

Skills

Read blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Electrical wiring

Team player

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Feeler gauges

Overhead crane operation

Pneumatic circuits knowledge

Job description

MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Maag Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN, Witte and Sikora– eight successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing, and filtration systems, and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

Main position objectives

Maag Reduction Inc. is currently seeking an Assembly Technician that provides the highest quality work ethic and character to assemble the Maag family of equipment including Pelletizers, Pulverizers, Water Baths, Air Knives, Water Slides, Pumps, Screen Changers, Conveying Equipment, and Color Mixers with an emphasis on 100% on-time delivery to meet our customer’s expectations and needs.

Position Description – Tasks, Responsibilities, Competencies

Assembly Requirements

Reads and interprets assembly drawings, blueprints and layout drawings and electrical prints.
Knowledge of measuring with micrometers, feeler gauges and understanding of tolerances on assembly prints
Has general knowledge and understanding of pneumatic circuits, cylinders, valves, regulators and controls
Possesses knowledge of threaded and welded pipe, valves and fittings, and related hardware for installation.
Positions parts and subassemblies by lifting, bending and kneeling multiple times per day, working overhead from a kneeling or laying position and will require the physical ability to lift up to 50Lbs at times.
Documents labor hours to work order operations electronically or on written production labor log, completes production and quality forms, reports any discrepancies with work order material BOMS
Runs conduit, mounts junction boxes and pulls wire to various electrical devices and motors. Terminates wires as required per electrical drawing.
Participates in team continuous improvement projects, tracking required metrics and participation in daily meetings.
Knowledge operating and lifting objects with overhead cranes utilizing slings, straps or other devices.

The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.

The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs including OT and weekends when needed. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved.

Work Environment

Work in this position is mainly at the Kent assembly areas. While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required. All company safety policies must always be followed and required PPE for respective work areas must be worn without exception.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The job requirements require the incumbent to be in good physical shape with the ability to do heavy lifting. Considerable forklift work with movement to and from the truck quite often. Use of forklift seatbelt is mandatory.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee will be required to have knowledge of forklift operation and will be required to complete a forklift training course on site once hired.

Job Specification

Education

Mandatory

High School diploma or equivalent education (additional technical skills a plus)

Desirable

Mechanical aptitude and experience with a general understanding of basic mechanics or millwright hand tool use.

Professional Experience

Mandatory

Desirable

Completion of any Mechanics or Millwright courses a plus but not required.
Knowledge and training on overhead crane operation a plus but not required.
Knowledge of engineering practices and or some engineering background a plus but not required.

Interpersonal Skills And Behavioral Competencies

Mandatory

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues
Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
Customer-focused
Work overtime and weekends when required.
Follow and support company safety practices and policies a must.
Mechanical aptitude
Electrical aptitude
Do it right work philosophy
Team player, works well with others, follows directions.
Takes pride in producing high quality work.

Desirable

Ability to work from engineering drawings.
Understands how to interpret electrical drawings.
Familiar with pneumatics and hydraulics.

Dover Competencies

The 3 most important competencies for success in this role

Dover Competencies

Attract, Develop and Retain Talent
Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships
Change Leadership

Customer Impact

Motivates and Inspires

Results driven

Self-Awareness and Personal Development

Strategic Mindset

Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment

Winning the right way

Language skills: Speaks Fluent English

Schedule

Monday to Friday 1st Shift possible weekends or holidays as needed.

Work Arrangement

Onsite

The foundation of our success is found in Maag’s core values:

Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
Winning Through Customers
High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
Expectation for Results
Respect and Value People

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact maag.americas.hr@maag.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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