Heavy Equipment Assembler

Default Brand; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group in Chestertown, MD is hiring a Heavy Assembler to join our Dixon Specialty Products division. This role involves insulating, armor and testing hoses, assembling machinery components according to specs and blueprints, and using hand and power tools.

You’ll work 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with pay range $18 to $20 per hour. High school diploma required; welding experience is a plus and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Insulate, armor and test small and large bore hoses.
• Assemble heavy machinery components according to specifications and blueprints.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to complete assembly tasks.
• Perform quality checks on completed assemblies to ensure functionality and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve assembly challenges.
• Document assembly processes and report discrepancies or concerns to supervisors.
• Prepare and package parts for shipment according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety protocols and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding experience

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mig welding

Tig welding

Job description

Chestertown, MD 21620
Chestertown, MD, USA

Description

Heavy Assembler
Location: 225 Talbot Boulevard, Chestertown, MD 21620
Work Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Pay Range: $18 to $20 per hour

The Dixon Group is looking for a Heavy Assembler to join our Dixon Specialty Products division in Chestertown, MD! of skilled professionals who build and test industrial equipment that powers industries worldwide. At this location, you will be insulating, armoring, and testing small to large bore hoses. This is your chance to work with large-scale components, top-tier tools, and a company that invests in your growth and success—every step of the way. If you have welding experience- that's a strong plus!

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do:

• Insulate, armor and test small and large bore hoses
• Assemble heavy machinery components according to specifications and blueprints
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to complete assembly tasks
• Perform quality checks on completed assemblies to ensure functionality and safety
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve assembly challenges
• Document assembly processes and report discrepancies or concerns to supervisors
• Prepare and package parts for shipment according to company standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety protocols and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking for:

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
• Willingness to learn

Preferred:

• Experience in assembly or manufacturing of heavy equipment
• Technical certification in a related field
• Welding experience is a strong plus - Entry level Mig & Tig welding
• Exposure to sandblasting, grinding wheels, paint booths

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Training opportunities
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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