Gage Assembler

Sunnen Products Company; Maplewood (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Eligibility

Competitive Annual Discretionary Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunnen Products Company is looking for a Gage Assembler I to join their production team in Maplewood, Missouri. You will be responsible for assembling and calibrating precision gages, ensuring all components meet strict quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read blueprints. Competitive insurance and a discretionary bonus are offered as benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant manufacturing or assembly experience preferred.
• Familiarity with shop formulas, charts, and measuring devices.
• Basic math skills (including decimals and fractions).

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair precision gages and fixtures using blueprints.
• Calibrate gages according to established guidelines.
• Operate equipment such as belt sanders and grinders.
• Input production data and track job status.
• Respond to customer service inquiries related to gage repairs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Sunnen Products Company is seeking a skilled Gage Assembler I to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, repairing, and calibrating precision gages and fixtures while ensuring all components meet strict quality and tolerance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair precision gages and fixtures using blueprints and setup sheets.
• Disassemble, troubleshoot, clean, and reassemble components to specification.
• Operate equipment such as belt sanders, sandblasters, grinders, and hand tools.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify parts meet required tolerances.
• Calibrate gages according to established guidelines.
• Perform lapping and grinding operations to achieve required flatness and tolerances.
• Input production data and track job status using computer systems. Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Assist with estimating parts and labor for custom gages.
• Respond to customer service inquiries related to gage repairs.
• Support other departments as needed (packing, small assemblies, etc.)

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Problem‑solving skills in standardized production environments.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and tracking.

Experience

3–5 years of relevant manufacturing or assembly experience preferred. Basic math skills (including decimals and fractions). Familiarity with shop formulas, charts, and measuring devices.

Physical Requirements

Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally. Good close‑range vision for reading blueprints and precision instruments.

Work Environment

Manufacturing/shop environment. Exposure to machinery, tools, and moderate shop conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Coverage, eligible on the first of the month after hire date:
  • Medical and Vision Insurance through United Health Care.
  • Dental Insurance through Delta Dental.
  • Employee Life and AD&D insurance paid for by Sunnen through Hartford.
  • Optional purchase of additional Life and AD&D insurance for yourself and your family through Hartford.
  • Optional accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance.
  • Company paid Short Term and Long Term Disability; and an Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) Eligibility
• Competitive annual discretionary bonus
• Competitive Vacation Policy with a paid plant closure between December 25th and January 1st.
• Tuition Reimbursement

Sunnen is an equal opportunity employer and provides a friendly, family‑oriented atmosphere. We require a background and SSN check, drug test, and physical for pre‑employment.