Manufacturing Assembler

Openwork; Meadows Place (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Vacation

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with employer match

Holidays off

Attendance bonuses

Job summary

Openwork’s Houston staff in Stafford, TX is hiring Manufacturing Assemblers to build commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. You will read engineering drawings, interpret BOMs, and assemble panels, coils, insulation, refrigerant piping, wiring, and controls.

The role requires attention to detail, use of torque tools, and adherence to 5S and safety standards. Highlights include a daytime Mon-Fri schedule with overtime on Saturdays, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• Must have experience with hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble HVAC equipment including packaged units and air handlers.
• Read and interpret drawings, piping diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Install and assemble sheet metal panels, coils, insulation, and electrical components.
• Route and secure wiring and control components per specs.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and follow safety policies.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Manufacturing Assembler

Location: Stafford, 77477

Pay: $15-$20

Schedule: Mon-Fri | 7:30am - 3:00pm | OT Available (Saturdays 8:00am - 12:00pm)

The Houston branch of Openwork is looking to add 3 Manufacturing Assemblers to our client's team located in Stafford, TX. Our client has been in business since 1997 and has rapidly grown. If you have manufacturing experience, or you are a recent grad we encourage you to apply!

What You\'ll Be Doing:

• Assemble commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including packaged units, air handlers, condensing units, and custom-engineered products.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring schematics, piping diagrams, bills of materials (BOMs), and work instructions.
• Install and assemble sheet metal panels, structural components, coils, insulation, refrigerant piping, electrical components, controls, motors, compressors, fans, and accessories.
• Route and secure electrical wiring, harnesses, and control components according to engineering specifications.
• Install refrigeration components including compressors, filter driers, expansion devices, service valves, pressure switches, sensors, and piping assemblies.
• Perform copper tube preparation, cutting, bending, flaring, swaging, and assembly.
• Perform brazing and soldering operations when qualified and authorized.
• Install insulation, gasketing, weatherproofing materials, and sealing products to ensure equipment integrity.
• Use calibrated torque tools and measuring devices to ensure proper fastener installation and component alignment.
• Conduct visual inspections throughout the assembly process to verify workmanship and compliance with quality standards.
• Assist with pressure testing, leak testing, evacuation, charging, and functional testing as required.
• Identify and report damaged materials, missing components, engineering discrepancies, and quality concerns.
• Accurately complete production documentation, inspection records, and product traceability documentation.
• Maintain production schedules while meeting established safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Cross-train in multiple assembly departments to support changing production requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area utilizing 5S principles.
• Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations.

What We\'re Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have experience with hand tools
• Our client values a "wants to win" attitude and candidates with a growth mindset
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, HVAC, sheet metal, construction, automotive, or industrial equipment experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and assembly instructions.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, tape measure usage, and unit conversions.
• Experience in refrigeration or HVAC is a huge plus!

Benefits if Hired Permanently:

• PTO/Vacation
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401 with employer match
• Holidays off
• Attendance bonuses available for production employees
  • Cash for every week for perfect attendance and earn 1 ticket for giveaway weekly
  • Monthly giveaways using tickets earned. Prizes include, cash, cooler, grills. etc. as an example.

Why Join Openwork?

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay
• Meaningful work with opportunity for growth
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

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