Assembly Mechanic

ASTEC; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision – Day 1 Eligibility

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Blair, NE, is seeking dedicated assembly workers to join their production team. Responsibilities include using precision tools, collaborating with line workers, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, mechanical knowledge, and forklift operation skills. The role offers comprehensive benefits from day one, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) options. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, dependable, and able to work both independently and in teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts effectively.
• Must be dependable and dedicated to completing work assignments accurately.

Responsibilities

• Use tools to assemble and repair large mechanical products.
• Collaborate with other employees to complete tasks safely.
• Document instructions and handle defective items per established procedures.

Skills

Mechanical concepts

Problem-solving

Ability to read blueprints

Operating forklifts

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant trade school coursework

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

About The Position

Under the direction of the Department Production Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Leader, safely perform a variety of tasks to correctly assemble, fit, and join components in the production process of heavy and large mechanical products, per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule, making independent decisions with minimal direct supervision given appropriate instructions.

Final Assembly – Day Shift

Blair, NE

Key Responsibilities

• Use tools properly to make or repair parts and products.
• Collaborate with other line workers to assemble products.
• Comply with all company and industry safety requirements.
• Accurately document diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Identify any defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
• Cleans and assembles component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies.
• Use pneumatic, hydraulic, and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks.
• Remove burrs and rough spots from parts with hand file, honing stone, or portable pneumatic grinder.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move parts and materials in and out of the work area and to assemble large components.
• Perform minor adjustments, repairs, or setups to equipment or machines under supervision.
• Perform all required job functions in a safe manner consistent with plant safety standards and report any problems immediately to the team leader or Department Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned: may include basic welding, washing, primer and painting of components or assemblies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures required.
• Relevant trade school or college coursework desired.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure, and read/understand job‑related blueprints.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints accurately.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close files.
• Dependable, dedicated to completing work assignments correctly, and use time wisely.
• Adept at problem‑solving, adaptable to new situations and challenges, open to changes and new ideas.
• Ability to satisfactorily work alone with reasonable and appropriate instructions, training, and supervision, and to work with others respectfully and professionally in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and completely, expressing needs, and asking questions.
• Ability to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to handle the demand that accompanies production standards and deadlines.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make subsequent adjustments, and willingness to rework incorrect tasks completed by oneself or others.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision – Day 1 Eligibility
• Life and Spousal Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO
• Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee Assistance

ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.