Mechanical Assembler

Powell Industries; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling components and ensuring quality standards are met. You will utilize various tools and follow blueprints to create finished products. The position offers an opportunity to develop valuable skills in a collaborative environment, while promoting a safety culture. With a focus on integrity and teamwork, this role is perfect for those who enjoy hands-on work and problem-solving. Join a company that values its employees and offers room for advancement.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k Savings Plan

Annual Bonus Potential

Generous Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Company-Sponsored Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 0-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure and knowledge of machines/tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Switchgear units as per blueprints and instructions.
• Perform quality checks and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Manual Dexterity

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Basic Command of English

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Tape Measure

Job description

Do you like working with your hands? Do you like using tools to build or fix things around your house? If so, learn more about our Mechanical Assembler role where the machine doesn’t drive itself, instead you drive the machine! Do you want to problem-solve while you work? Do you want to learn valuable life skills by using hands tools to build things? Our Mechanical Assembly team is looking for great people like you to join them in solving our customer’s toughest problems.

An Assembler is responsible for putting together components or parts to create finished products. They follow blueprints, work instructions, or diagrams to assemble products using various tools and equipment. Assemblers may work in manufacturing or production environments and may be required to perform quality checks and ensure that products meet specifications. They may also be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area and reporting any issues or defects to supervisors. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as part of a team are important skills for an Assembler.

• Assemble Switchgear units as per blueprints and instructions.
• Repair identified discrepancies with Switchgear units.
• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
• Ensures quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.
• Other duties as required.

Core Competencies

• Willingly accepts constructive feedback.
• Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
• Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
• Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.
• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.
• Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
• Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
• Minimum 0-3 years’ of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in Switchgear units is considered an asset.
• Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their design, use, repair and maintenance.
• Basic working knowledge of MES (Manufacturing and Execution System).
• Safety training certificates are an asset for the position.

Working and Environmental Conditions

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all types of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)
• Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction
• Continuous standing and walking
• Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.
• Frequent use of hand tools and power tools

*Not eligible for relocation or sponsorship.

About Us

In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5999
• Job Category Manufacturing Shop
• Posting Date 05/08/2025, 03:05 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift 1st Shift
• Locations 8967 Pleasantwood Ave. NW, North Canton, OH, 44720, US