Gearing Tech: Industrial Gearbox Assembler

WEG Electric Corp; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in Duluth, GA is seeking a Gearing Technician to assemble industrial gearboxes to customer specifications. The role includes receiving components, verifying orders, maintaining inventory, and reading BOMs and work instructions.

The position requires handling tools, lifting up to 40 lbs, and adherence to safety procedures. Training opportunities are available, with responsibilities spanning quality testing, painting, and collaboration with shipping.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use manual and power tools.
• Preferred basic knowledge of mechanical assembly (bearings, shafting, gears).
• Familiarity with reading BOMs and work assembly instructions.

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 orders for accuracy, shortages and damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory in designated locations.
• Read work orders, BOMs, and assembly instructions including tooling layouts.
• Use a forklift, pallet jack, or ladder for picking components.
• Perform quality tests on finished products.
• Operate an industrial painting system for final product coating.
• Collaborate with shipping for final boxing/crating.
• Perform analysis on returned gearboxes and repair as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading assembly prints

Use hand tools

Time management

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Power tools

Job description

WEG Electric Corp. in Duluth, GA is seeking a Gearing Technician to assemble industrial gearboxes to customer specifications. The role includes receiving components, verifying orders, maintaining inventory, and reading BOMs and work instructions.

The position requires handling tools, lifting up to 40 lbs, and adherence to safety procedures. Training opportunities are available, with responsibilities spanning quality testing, painting, and collaboration with shipping.