Large Assembly Production Worker (2nd Shift)

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a hands-on manufacturing associate in the United States. You will perform essential CNC-related setup and production tasks, ensuring quality and compliance with safety rules.

The role requires reading technical specs, using precision gauges, and maintaining 5S standards across the work area. Associates degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with 2–3 years CNC experience in mills, lathes, or grinders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks.
• Mechanical aptitude with interest in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical specs and instructions.
• Use of precision measurement tools and gauges.
• Shop math and handbook formula calculations.
• Associates degree or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
• 2–3 years CNC machinery experience (mills, lathes, grinders) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as priority and comply with Safety Rules.
• Align with and maintain areas to 5S standards.
• Segregate non-conforming materials per work instructions.
• Maintain equipment with daily cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Produce quality parts/assemblies and reduce non-conformance costs.
• Perform testing, paperwork, quality records, and documents.
• Align with all safety and work instructions.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping and restock as needed.
• Reduce lead times and optimize production toward make-to-order.
• Maintain competitive costs for assembly including labor, material, tooling, inventory.

Skills

Safety mindset

5S standards

Reading technical specs

Precision measurement

Shop math

Mechanical aptitude

CNC machinery experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or equivalent manufacturing experience

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

CNC grinders

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Conduct all job duties with Safety as a priority and in compliance with Safety Rules.

• Align with and maintain areas to 5S standards.

• Segregate non-conforming materials according to work instructions.

• Maintain equipment with daily cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks.

• Produce quality parts/assemblies and eliminate the cost of non-conformance.

• Perform all required testing, paperwork, quality records, documents, etc.

• Align with all safety and work instructions.

• Maintain departmental housekeeping rules, standards, and clean/restock as the need arises.

• Reduce lead times and optimize production cycle to conform to "make-to-order".

• Maintain competitive cost associated assembly including labor, material, tooling, inventory, etc.

• For This Role, You Will Need:

• High School diploma or GED required.

• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time; strength in arms and legs.

• Mechanical attitude (demonstrated through interest or experience in areas such as automotive, construction, computers, etc.).

• Ability to read and comprehend technical specifications and instructions.

• Use of precision measurement tool and gauges.

• Shop math and ability to complete calculations using handbook formulas.

• Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.

• 2 – 3 years proven experience working with CNC machinery, such as mills, lathes, or grinders.

• Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

• Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

WHY EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/careers/meet-emerson)

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON (https://www1.emerson.com/en/corporate/about-us)

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please.

Requisition ID : 26009389

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.