Gearbox Assembly Technician – Precision Mechanical Assembler

WEG Electric Corp; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp in Duluth, GA is seeking a Gearing Technician to assemble industrial gearboxes and support the production team. The role involves handling inbound components, following BOMs, and maintaining accurate inventory while ensuring safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of mechanical assembly experience, ability to read assembly prints, operate hand and power tools, and lift up to 40 lbs. WEG offers a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 to 2 years mechanical assembly experience (gearbox, power transmission, or motor assembly experience).
• Preferred - Basic knowledge of mechanical assembly (bearings, shafting, gears, etc..).
• Preferred - Proficient in reading assembly prints, BOM’s, and work assembly instructions.
• Required - Ability to use manual and power tools.
• Preferred - Familiar with inventory control procedures.
• Will be required to learn industrial painting operations.
• Will be required to operate a forklift (both sit down and stand up types).
• Preferred - Effective time management skills to ensure on time order delivery.
• Required - Understand and follow safety procedures.
• Required - Must be able to lift 40lbs

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
• Assemble industrial gearboxes according to customer specifications.
• Receive inbound components, check against purchase order/packing slip for accuracy, shortages and damage.
• Maintain an accurate inventory in the correct locations and organized in an orderly fashion.
• Read work orders, BOMs, and work assembly instructions including tooling layout diagrams.
• Use a forklift, pallet jack, or ladder for picking of components for assembly.
• Perform quality tests on finished products.
• Operate an industrial painting system for final painting of product.
• Work with shipping department to perform or assist with final boxing or crating of product.
• Perform analysis on returned gearboxes, repair as necessary.
• Communicate with other personnel to facilitate solutions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading assembly prints / BOMs

Reading work orders

Tool handling

Forklift operation

Quality testing

Painting operations

Inventory management

Time management

Safety procedures

Lifting 40 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Manual & power tools

Job description

WEG Electric Corp in Duluth, GA is seeking a Gearing Technician to assemble industrial gearboxes and support the production team. The role involves handling inbound components, following BOMs, and maintaining accurate inventory while ensuring safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of mechanical assembly experience, ability to read assembly prints, operate hand and power tools, and lift up to 40 lbs. WEG offers a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities.