Assembly Technician

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation is seeking a Custom Assembly Group Technician to assemble, convert, and repair mechanical and fluid power components per customer requirements and engineering drawings.

The role requires versatility with various shop tools and warehouse software, collaboration with engineering and shop teams, and a commitment to high quality, accurate assembly, and a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• CFP certification is a plus.
• 2–3 years of related experience preferred (3–5 years in mechanical environment).
• Ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, convert, and repair custom units per BOMs and drawings.
• Operate basic shop tools and equipment (drill press, saws, lathes, testing equipment).
• Process materials and orders using warehouse management software.
• Inspect materials and report quality discrepancies to management.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per OSHA requirements.
• Maintain logs and departmental documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Accountability

Planning

Action oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

CFP Mechanic Certification

Tools

Shop tools (drill press, saws, lathes)

Warehouse management software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The individual will work as a Custom Assembly Group Technician assembling, converting, and repairing mechanical and fluid power components to customer requirements and engineering drawings. The technician must be versatile to work with various shop tools, machinery, and warehouse software while collaborating with engineering and shop teams. The individual will ensure high quality standards, accurate assembly, and a clean, safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assembly, conversion, and repair of custom units and components per BOMs and engineering drawings.
• Operation of basic shop tools and equipment, including drill presses, saws, lathes, and testing equipment.
• Processing job material and conversion orders using warehouse management software.
• Inspection of materials and immediate reporting of BOM or product quality discrepancies to management.
• Maintenance of a clean and safe work area in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Maintenance of logs, records, and departmental documentation.
• Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Fluid Power (CFP) Mechanic Certification would be an asset.
• 2-3 years of industry-related experience or 3-5 years of experience in a mechanical environment is preferred .
• Understanding of basic fluid power theory and ability to read engineering drawings is preferred.
• Basic PC literacy is required.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ensures Accountability
• Plans and Aligns
• Drives Results
• Communicates Effectively
• Action Oriented

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and operate basic shop machinery is required.
• Ability to move and lift materials up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, or crawl for extended periods of time.

DISCLAIMER

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.