Machine Assembly Technician

Monroechamber; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Machine Assembly Technician in Waterloo, IA on 1st shift. You will assemble heavy industrial equipment and subassemblies, install mechanical components, and perform precision measurements to ensure proper operation.

Qualified applicants will use hand and power tools, operate cranes, and conduct functional testing while maintaining accurate records and adhering to safety protocols. This is an associate-to-hire opportunity with immediate hiring.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembling heavy industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and assembly drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools.
• Comfort with using hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Assemble heavy industrial equipment and subassemblies per blueprints and work instructions.
• Install mechanical components including bearings, gears, shafts, motors, conveyors, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Use hand and power tools, torque wrenches, presses, hoists, and cranes to assemble equipment.
• Measure dimensions and tolerances with calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges.
• Perform adjustments and functional testing to meet specifications.
• Maintain production records and quality documentation.
• Follow safety procedures including PPE usage and lockout/tagout.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Hand tools

Power tools

Overhead cranes

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Feel gauges

Torque wrenches

Presses

Hoists

Overhead cranes

Job description

Position Title: Machine Assembly TechnicianWage: $22.00/hourShift: 1stHours: 6:00am-2:30pmQPS Employment Group is hiring a Machine Assembly Technician for a company in Waterloo, IA. This is an associate to hire opportunity on 1st shift.Machine Assembly Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Assemble heavy industrial equipment and machine subassemblies using blueprints, assembly drawings, and work instructions- Install mechanical components, including bearings, gears, shafts, motors, conveyors, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems- Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, presses, hoists, and overhead cranes to safely assemble and position equipment- Measure and verify dimensions, tolerances, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges- Perform mechanical adjustments, alignments, and functional testing to ensure equipment operates according to specifications- Diagnose and correct assembly issues, complete rework, and support engineering changes as required- Maintain accurate production records and complete quality documentation- Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE usage, lockout/tagout practices, and safe material handling techniquesMachine Assembly Technician Requirements:- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods during assembly operations- Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and machine components weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment used for heavier items- Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination- Ability to climb ladders, platforms, or equipment structures when performing assembly and installation tasks- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, oils, lubricants, and varying temperatures while following safety procedures- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment, such as overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting devices as requiredIND099QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!Why Work with QPS?- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search processBest of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.