Conveyance Technician IFP Motion Solutions Inc.

Iowa Fluid Power; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401k plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Wellness program

Fitness club subsidies

Job summary

Iowa Fluid Power is seeking a Conveyance Technician in Waverly, IA. The role involves operating hydraulic bending equipment, assembling hoses to customer specifications, and maintaining inventory levels at the customer site.

Ideal candidates will be self-starters with a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills. We offer competitive pay at approximately $25 per hour, along with benefits including profit sharing and insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, hose assembly, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with measuring tools and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates hydraulic tube bending machines to bend metal tubes and pipes.
• Cuts, measures, and assembles hydraulic hoses according to specifications.
• Performs routine machine maintenance and troubleshoots minor mechanical issues.

Skills

Self-starter

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a growing motion control corporation headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our business spans 13 states with four physical locations: Cedar Rapids, Minneapolis, Kansas City and Houston. It employs 150+ team members across: Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly, Hydraulic Repair, Field Service, Warehouse & Distribution, Customer Service, Purchasing, Accounting, Marketing, and Sales.

Our locations collaborate to serve a unique blend of manufacturing, repair & refurbishing, design engineering, and components distribution. Our customers include industrial manufacturers, mobile integrations, and fluid power OEMs. Combined with our knowledgeable sales team and expansive inventory we can design, prototype, manufacture or service any conceivable motion control system.

Position Summary

The Conveyance Technician operates hydraulic bending equipment and assembles hydraulic hoses to precise customer specifications. This position is embedded on‑site at the customer’s facility in Waverly, Iowa, as part of a partnership between IFP and the customer.

The role keeps the customer’s hose and fitting stock at the right levels and provides responsive, on‑the‑fly hose assembly when the customer needs it. Because the position works at the customer site with limited day‑to‑day oversight, it calls for a self‑starter who can work independently, hold quality and safety standards, and represent IFP well to the customer.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service and Inventory

• Provides excellent customer service, including on‑the‑fly hose assembly when the customer needs it.
• Maintains the customer’s stock levels of hose, tubing, fittings, and supplies.
• Represents IFP professionally on‑site as part of the customer partnership.
• Works independently with limited direct supervision to keep the customer supported.

Hose and Tube Fabrication

• Operates hydraulic tube bending machines to bend metal tubes and pipes to required angles and dimensions.
• Sets up machines by selecting the proper tooling, dies, and fixtures.
• Cuts, measures, and assembles hydraulic hoses according to specifications.
• Installs fittings and couplings and crimps hose ends using hydraulic crimping equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.

Quality and Inspection

• Inspects hose assemblies for proper installation, accuracy, and overall quality.
• Measures and inspects finished parts using calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools.

Equipment and Material Handling

• Performs routine machine maintenance and troubleshoots minor mechanical issues.
• Assists with shipping and receiving, including material handling and inventory support.

Safety and Housekeeping

• Follows all IFP safety procedures and wears appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Follows the additional safety and site requirements of the customer’s facility.
• Keeps the work area clean and organized in line with safety and housekeeping standards.

Collaboration

• Collaborates with team members and the supervisor to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the customer partnership and IFP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self‑starter able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, hose assembly, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with measuring tools and basic math skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Professional manner suited to working on‑site at a customer facility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands for assembly, measuring, and tool operation.

Working Conditions

• Based on‑site at the customer’s facility in Waverly, Iowa, as part of an IFP / customer partnership.
• Subject to both IFP safety requirements and the additional safety and site requirements of the customer.
• Fast‑paced assembly environment with exposure to shop noise, fluids, and energized equipment.
• Standard personal protective equipment is required.

Compensation

• Starting pay approximately $25 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

Enjoy a rewarding work environment and competitive benefits, including profit sharing, and a 401k plan with personal advisors. Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance are also included. IFP provides a wellness program, and fitness club subsidies.