Mechanical Assembler

The STEELASTIC Co.; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The STEELASTIC Co. in Northeast Ohio is seeking a Mechanical Assembler 1 to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble sub-assemblies and final products, follow drawings and BOMs, and support testing and refurbishment of mechanical assemblies.

This role requires hands-on use of hand tools, basic precision measurement, and the ability to read pneumatic and hydraulic schematics. Experience in machine building and a high school diploma preferred; overtime and weekend work possible.

Qualifications

• Assemble sub-assemblies, final assemblies, and systems per drawings and BOMs.
• Operate hand tools and small power tools safely.
• Learn to use precision measuring tools and interpret fitments/tolerances.
• Adhere to safety policies and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sub-assemblies, final assemblies, and systems per manufacturing drawings.
• Inspect work before passing to the next operation.
• Perform required repairs/refurbishments to return assembly to operational state.
• Provide support to the production supervisor and collaborate with other departments on special work.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts.

Skills

Sub-assemblies

Final assemblies

Systems integration

Hand tools

Precision measuring

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Teams

D365

Excel

Job description

The Company

For over 50 years, Steelastic, based in Cuyahoga Falls, Northeast Ohio, is a leading manufacturer and innovator of specialist capital equipment to service the needs of the global tire industry. We have over 900 systems operating in more than 55 countries around the world. Our customers include all the multinational tire companies, and most of the top independent tire companies in the world. We pride ourselves on being customer focused, market driven with a culture that encourages creative thinking & innovation. Our team is empowered to be responsible & proactive in their everyday activities, strive for & achieve excellence in all aspects. We never compromise on our EHS responsibilities. Great Culture & Opportunity!

For over 50 years, Steelastic, based in Cuyahoga Falls, Northeast Ohio, is a leading manufacturer and innovator of specialist capital equipment to service the needs of the global tire industry. We have over 900 systems operating in more than 55 countries around the world. Our customers include all the multinational tire companies, and most of the top independent tire companies in the world. We pride ourselves on being customer focused, market driven with a culture that encourages creative thinking & innovation. Our team is empowered to be responsible & proactive in their everyday activities, strive for & achieve excellence in all aspects. We never compromise on our EHS responsibilities. Great Culture & Opportunity!

The Parent Company

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services. These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand- alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team. Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE). More information about the holding company and overall organization can be found at www.heicocompanies.com.

The Position (Summary)

The Mechanical Assembler 1 will be responsible for timely and accurate assembly of assigned product(s), troubleshooting and repairing of mechanical assemblies and systems that meet current configuration as defined by engineering. Work includes new product assembly, refurbished components/assemblies, testing, engineering prototype support, and building maintenance.

Minimum Essential Requirements

• Assemble sub-assemblies, final assemblies, and systems per manufacturing drawings, Bill of Materials, schematics, and instructions
• Operate hand tools and small power tools and understand their use and function
• Ability to learn how to use precision measuring tools and learn fitments/tolerances
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic schematics, symbols, and plumbing.
• Ability to learn water/hydraulic schematics, symbols, and plumbing.
• Inspect all work before passing it on to the next operation
• Perform required repairs/refurbishments to return assembly to operational state
• Keep supervisor informed of all potential issues for quick resolution
• Provide support to the production supervisor on all production assignments, and work with other departments regarding special work assignments
• Conduct inventory cycle counts
• Adhere to all safety policies and guidelines
• Must own basic hand tools (wrenches, sockets, hammers, screw drivers, pliers, etc) and keep tools at work
• Other tasks as assigned

Preferred Key Requirements

• Experience assembling capital equipment
• Experience in the tire and rubber industry is a plus
• Train and progress in the ability to build equipment by reading/interpreting blueprints, schematics, assembly instructions, work orders, engineering drawings/models, etc. to enable production of parts consistent with current engineering configuration
• Good problem-solving skills, strong digital and analog skills, ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner
• Machine shop experience using milling machine and lathe is a plus
• Welding/soldering/brazing experience is a plus
• Tow motor experience is a plus
• Overhead crane experience is a plus
• Flexibility with customers’ changing requirements, available to work overtime as needed, including weekends

Experience And Education

• Experience: 1-5 years’ experience in machine building with thorough knowledge and understanding of blueprints, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; or relevant job-specific experience
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal communication

Technology

• Effective use of Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Position will require daily utilization of Microsoft Teams, D365, and Microsoft Office Suite

Travel Requirements

None required/ There can be occasional requests for service help from the shop floor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment & Culture

The work environment (physical requirements) is described below, and the company culture is dedicated to fostering a very strong environmental health and safety program. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed in the manufacturing area. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, reach, and sit for up to 10 hours a day.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.