Assembly Technician

Aster-Brands; Harbor Springs (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Aster Brands, located in Harbor Springs, MI, is seeking an Assembly Technician to build equipment and molds for manufacturing partners. The role emphasizes hands-on work, reading detailed drawings, and maintaining quality while collaborating with teammates.

The position follows a four 10-hour shift schedule (Mon–Thu) with potential Friday overtime. Training and support are provided to help you succeed and grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow detailed drawings or prints.
• Pride in quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Good manual dexterity and comfort using hand and power tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assemble product components and forming equipment per specs, drawings, and BOMs.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
• Operate cranes and forklifts after training and authorization.
• Inspect assemblies for fit, finish, tolerances, and quality.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading drawings

Quality workmanship

Manual dexterity

Tools

Cranes & forklifts training

Job description

Aster Brands is a family-owned, rapidly growing company with a purpose to “Change the World in Concrete Ways.” We want our team members to have the resources, flexibility, and support to thrive at work and at home. Our family of brands include Redi-Rock, Rosetta Hardscapes, Pole Base, Novum Wall, and Velpont provide customers with proven systems, specialized equipment, training, and ongoing support. We design and manufacture steel and polyurethane forming equipment used by precast concrete manufacturers around the world.

We’re looking for an Assembly Technician who enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in building things well, and wants to be part of a dependable, collaborative team. Whether you bring previous manufacturing experience or are ready to learn a skilled trade, we’ll give you the training, tools, and support needed to succeed.

As an Assembly Technician, you’ll help build the equipment, components, and molds our manufacturing partners rely on. Our typical production schedule is Monday through Thursday, with four 10-hour shifts. Some Friday work may be needed, and additional overtime may be available for employees who want it.

Your responsibilities will include and may not be limited to -

• Assembling product components and forming equipment according to specifications, drawings, work orders, and bills of materials
• Using hand tools, power tools, and production equipment safely and effectively
• Operating cranes and forklifts once properly trained and authorized
• Inspecting completed assemblies and subassemblies for proper fit, finish, tolerances, and overall quality
• Working closely with teammates, production leaders, and other departments to solve problems and keep work moving
• Identifying and promptly reporting equipment issues, defects, or production disruptions
• Participating in corrective actions and continuous-improvement efforts
• Packaging, staging, and palletizing completed products for shipment or the next step in production
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Following all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company policies
• Assisting in other areas of production as team and business needs change

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• Take pride in quality workmanship and pays attention to detail
• Enjoy hands-on work and learning new skills
• Can read and follow detailed instructions; experience reading drawings or prints is helpful
• Have good manual dexterity and is comfortable using hand and power tools
• Can stand for extended periods and regularly lift up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 80 pounds
• Some previous manufacturing, production, or assembly experience. It’s helpful, and not required

We offer a package of forward-thinking employee benefits, including excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k with employer match, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, award-winning adoption and foster care reimbursement, partial paid family leave, product discounts, and access to an onsite licensed professional counselor.

This position is based at our manufacturing facility in Harbor Springs, Michigan, which underwent recent renovations to create an even better place to work.

To learn more about who we are and how we change the world in concrete ways, please visit us online at www.asterbrands.com. Aster Brands is an equal-opportunity employer; everyone is encouraged to apply.