Assembly Technician, Stands & Drives

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate controlled facility

Free coffee daily

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, day

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is seeking an assembly worker for the Stands and Drives area. This role involves operating saw equipment, assembling motors, drives, and conveyor components, and preparing products for shipping per work orders and drawings.

The position runs Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, in a climate-controlled facility with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. Benefits include health insurance from day one, paid holidays, vacation, and more.

Qualifications

• Experience with assembly work is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and drawings.
• Familiarity with basic measurement tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble motors, drives, and conveyor components per orders and drawings.
• Operate saw equipment and cut materials to required lengths.
• Inspect assemblies and perform quality checks to ensure specifications are met.
• Collaborate with team leads to resolve assembly or material issues.
• Prepare completed products for transfer to crating or shipping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading production paperwork

Basic computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team communication

Job description

Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most,

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

6:00am - 2:30pm

Job Summary/Overview

This position works within the Stands and Drives assembly area and is responsible for operating saw equipment, assembling motors, drives, conveyor components, and subassemblies according to work orders, assembly drawings, and production paperwork, performing quality checks, and preparing completed products for transfer to the crating or shipping departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs motor, drive, conveyor component assemblies and sub assemblies from work orders, assembly drawings, and production paperwork.
• Gathers, identifies, and verifies parts and materials required for production orders.
• Operates saw equipment to cut materials to specified lengths and dimensions according to production requirements, work orders, and drawings.
• Uses hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices to assemble products and verify specifications.
• Inspects completed assemblies and performs quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Works with team leads and other departments as needed to resolve assembly, documentation, or material-related issues.
• Collaborates with team members and across other production areas to ensure efficient workflow and timely order completion.
• Assists with stacking, staging, and preparing completed products for transfer to the crating or shipping department.
• Works in a safe manner complying with all safety procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment and performs 5S tasks as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read and interpret production paperwork and work instructions.
• Basic computer, measurement, and math skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate production equipment.
• Ability to remain focused and productive while performing repetitive tasks.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to safely lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs.
• 1+ year of assembly experience preferred.

Compensation

$19+/hour depending on experience

Benefits

• Climate controlled facility
• Free coffee daily
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance