Assembly Technician

The Raymond Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

PTO & holidays

Medical, dental & vision plans

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Raymond Corporation in Muscatine, IA is seeking an Assembly Technician for its on-site team. You will troubleshoot production issues, install tooling, and support continuous improvement efforts across production lines.

You will read blueprints and schematics, interpret BOMs, and collaborate with Engineering to implement process improvements. This hands-on role offers standard hours 6am–2:30pm with overtime as needed and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Two years assembly experience preferred.
• Must read blueprints, BOMs, schematics (electrical/hydraulic), QAPs and specs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and procedures (MRP, shop floor control).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support investigations into manufacturing issues and help develop corrective actions.
• Coordinate tooling runoffs to verify functionality and readiness.
• Assemble and/or fit parts to form complete units or subassemblies as needed.
• Analyze processes and implement quality and productivity improvements.
• Work from schematics, blueprints and verbal instructions.
• Assist in installation and set-up of instruments and equipment.
• Review standard work for accuracy and alignment with processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering on tooling concepts and process improvements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Oral & written communication

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Education

Two year technical degree

Job description

Workplace Type

On-site

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

Shift

1st

Sponsorship Statement

Employment authorization required. The Raymond Corporation will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Description

Join our Raymond Team as an Assembly Technician!

The Role:

We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assembly Technician who brings strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to supporting daily production operations. In this role, you’ll troubleshoot and resolve production issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize disruptions, and help drive continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include implementing and maintaining tooling, reviewing and updating standard work, managing deviations and nonconforming materials, and supporting rework activities. You’ll also work closely with Engineering and other departments to identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements, implement corrective actions, and support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including prototype and preproduction builds. We value innovative and creative ideas - yes, even during meetings (where snacks are always welcome). If you enjoy hands-on problem-solving, working with a diverse team, and making a meaningful impact on production efficiency and quality, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support investigations into manufacturing issues and assist in developing corrective actions.
• Coordinate tooling runoffs to verify functionality and production readiness.
• May be required to fabricate, assemble, and/or fit together parts to form complete units or subassemblies. Product is often non-repetitive and/or of customer specific design and often utilizes standard (rough) documentation and/or verbal instructions.
• Analyzes processes in respective area and recommend, implement improvements in quality and productivity.
• Works from schematics, blueprints and verbal instruction.
• May be required to work in complex work cells, and train employees within field of expertise.
• May assist in the installation and set-up of instruments and equipment.
• May operate electronic equipment and conduct sampling with the current line of instrumentation.
• Review standard work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with manufacturing processes.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering with tooling concepts, design, development, and implementation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to identify and implement process improvements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Two years assembly experience highly preferred
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials, schematics (electrical and hydraulic), QAPs and functional specifications. Requires a masterly knowledge of one or more assembly/welding and/or fabrication techniques, tools, test equipment, materials, machines and product.
• Working knowledge of the manufacturing systems and procedures, including but not specifically limited to: MRP, JP, scrap/rework, deviations, shop floor control, ECR/ECN.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

What Sets You Apart:

• Two year technical degree
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in-person role located at our Muscatine, IA facility – ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.
• Standard working hours are 6am – 2:30pm. Hours may vary based on production schedules. Overtime is anticipated, however, it is not guaranteed.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Wage - $21.77 - $31.42 per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

• Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
• Best in class work culture!

Together Let’s Innovate. Build. Grow.

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

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