Manufacturing Assembler

Guardian Equipment, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Guardian Equipment, Inc. is seeking an Assembler III at our Chicago facility to perform highly complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly under supervision and troubleshoot to meet top-quality standards.

You will align components, use hand and power tools, and operate assembly machines, while documenting work, logging data, and maintaining a 5S workspace with strict PPE compliance on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum Experience: Related training or experience 2+ years in a manufacturing or assembly environment is required. Must have math skills and computer literacy.
• Proficiency in utilizing common hand tools and power tools required for assembly tasks.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and systematically follow written work instructions, prints, and technical diagrams.
• Basic mathematical proficiency for measurement verification, counting, and data logging.
• Foundational computer literacy to access work orders, prints, and basic tracking applications.
• Demonstrated attention to detail required to fit and align components within moderate tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Complex Assembly Operations: Under limited supervision, perform a wide variety of mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly processes involving multiple steps and some complexity.
• Component Alignment: Adjust, fit or align components to tight tolerances, specifications, and inspection standards.
• Documentation and Procedure: Access work orders, prints, specifications, and technical information as required. Follow written work instructions, prints and prescribed routines. Exercise judgment to meet quality requirements and address challenges.
• Tool and Equipment Use: Use hand and power tools. Setup and operate assembly machines.
• Quality Inspection: Visually inspect in-process components and assembled units for quality adherence, structural integrity, and conformance to print specifications.
• Data Logging: Accurately record completed production units, material scrap, and operational metrics using shop floor terminal interfaces or designated data sheets.
• Station Maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workstation in full compliance with facility 5S guidelines, housekeeping standards, and routine material waste removal procedures.
• Safety Adherence: Comply strictly with all company safety policies, including the mandatory and continuous utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and specific hand protection.

Job description

• Listed pay range includes an additional $1.25 an hour for perfect attendance which employees have to earn and is paid out every two weeks.
• Listed pay range is rate after completion of a 90 day probationary period.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance plans; HMO, PPO, and HSA options after 90 days
• Vision and Dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Ten (10) paid holidays.
• Five (5) paid sick days per year.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

About Guardian Equipment

Who We Are

Founded 45 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of industrial safety equipment. Our products – emergency eyewash and shower equipment – are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry. We provide our customers with the highest quality products, the ability to develop customized solutions, responsive customer service, and competitive prices.

Proud to Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. Our 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility is located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets in Chicago. We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.

Position Summary

The Assembler III is responsible for performing highly complex, varied mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly operations under minimal supervision. The role involves troubleshooting and problem-solving to meet the highest quality and production standards, often involving specialized tools and complex assembly equipment.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Complex Assembly Operations: Under limited supervision, perform a wide variety of mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly processes involving multiple steps and some complexity.
• Component Alignment: Adjust, fit or align components to tight tolerances, specifications, and inspection standards.
• Documentation and Procedure: Access work orders, prints, specifications, and technical information as required. Follow written work instructions, prints and prescribed routines. Exercise judgment to meet quality requirements and address challenges.
• Tool and Equipment Use: Use hand and power tools. Setup and operate assembly machines.
• Quality Inspection: Visually inspect in-process components and assembled units for quality adherence, structural integrity, and conformance to print specifications.
• Data Logging: Accurately record completed production units, material scrap, and operational metrics using shop floor terminal interfaces or designated data sheets.
• Station Maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workstation in full compliance with facility 5S guidelines, housekeeping standards, and routine material waste removal procedures.
• Safety Adherence: Comply strictly with all company safety policies, including the mandatory and continuous utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and specific hand protection.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum Experience: Related training or experience 2+ years in a manufacturing or assembly environment is required. Must have math skills and computer literacy.
• Proficiency in utilizing common hand tools and power tools required for assembly tasks.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and systematically follow written work instructions, prints, and technical diagrams.
• Basic mathematical proficiency for measurement verification, counting, and data logging.
• Foundational computer literacy to access work orders, prints, and basic tracking applications.
• Demonstrated attention to detail required to fit and align components within moderate tolerances.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Activity: Regularly required to stand, walk, and maintain physical balance for the entire duration of an 8-hour shift. Continuous use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, align or feel small industrial parts. Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling actions are necessary.
• Lifting Constraints: Must possess the consistent physical capacity to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 35 pounds unassisted throughout the workday.
• Environment: Position is located entirely on an active manufacturing floor. The work area is climate-controlled but subject to minor localized temperature variations.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

Guardian Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all personnel. All employment selections are decided based on business necessities, job specifications, merit, and operational performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status under the Illinois Human Rights Act and Federal Title VII.