Assembly Technician - 1st or 3rd shift

Dowding Industries Inc; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dowding Industries, Inc. is seeking an Assembly Technician to operate manufacturing machines and assemble custom products on a well‑lit bench in a Michigan facility. You will review orders, read blueprints, and use hand and power tools to ensure high quality output.

Flexibility for overtime and teamwork in a fast-paced environment are essential. The role emphasizes basic blueprint interpretation, safe tool operation, and maintaining an orderly work area while adhering to production schedules and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and interpret basic blueprints and setup instructions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain tools and machinery.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and process sheets.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Assist with packaging of parts and labeling as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and reduce scrap.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We capitalize on our rich manufacturing history and utilize Michigan's engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today's markets. At Dowding Industries, we utilize only the latest advanced processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow's solutions, today. Producing parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors as well, we are helping bring Michigan back to the forefront of manufacturing! Dowding Industries is firmly committed to providing products and services which in all ways meet or exceed our customer's requirements for delivery, quality and value.

Position Summary

Operation of various manufacturing machines. Must be comfortable with various operations and assignments or tasks. The Assembly Technician builds custom products while standing at a well-lit work bench. After reviewing the products order request, blue print, and instructions, the Assembly Technician uses their hands, hand tools, and power tools to complete the order in an efficient and high quality manner. Must be able to read and interpret Basic blue prints drawings, set-up instructions, and inspection instructions, etc.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain various tools and machinery.
• Be part of continuous improvement efforts that show an impact with increased production rates and lowered scrap volumes within work area.
• Demonstrate basic skills in machine shop mathematics and blue print reading and interpolation.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Works with minimal supervision and direction.
• Maintain working area clean and organized at all times.
• Works from simple drawings, process sheets, inspection and or customer specifications, and instructions from supervisor.
• Operate machines or tooling as required and trained.
• Assemble boxes or containers as necessary for packaging of parts. Packing, weigh counting, labeling, etc.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Overtime will be required from time to time.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic blueprint reading skills required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Able to complete forms neatly and accurately.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, lifting, pulling and pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, color determination, near acuity, speaking, listening
• This work position is required to work in a manufacturing environment facility.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat (non-weather) and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Dowding Industries, Inc. Offers a Competitive Total Compensation Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children)
• Medical flexible spending account
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Dowding Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.