Day-Shift Mechanical Systems Assembler & Prototyping

JW HICKS INCORPORATED; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Merit increases

Career advancement

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

JW Hicks, Inc. in Knox, Indiana, is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our growing team. You will read blueprints, assemble mechanical systems, and assist engineers in prototyping while maintaining high standards of quality.

This is a Monday–Friday day shift with steady year-round employment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring equipment, forklifts, and cranes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to assembly details.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/technical drawings.
• Experience using hand and power tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to solve problems using sound technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to produce mechanical systems.
• Prepare and assemble materials needed to build various mechanical systems.
• Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production.
• Assist engineers in developing, building and testing prototypes.
• Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
• Operate cutting tools and grinders.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and work in progress.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Hand & power tools

Precision measurement

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Machining operations

Fabrication

Crane rigging

Forklift operations

ISO environment experience

Job description

JW Hicks, Inc. in Knox, Indiana, is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our growing team. You will read blueprints, assemble mechanical systems, and assist engineers in prototyping while maintaining high standards of quality.

This is a Monday–Friday day shift with steady year-round employment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring equipment, forklifts, and cranes.