Mechanical Assembler

Sewer Equipment; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Productivity bonus

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Company paid Life/Disability

Voluntary life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sewer Equipment in Dixon, IL is seeking a Mechanical Assembler for a full-time role on day shift. You will assemble machinery and related systems, reading blueprints and schematics, using tools and machines to meet production goals.

You will maintain records, ensure quality, and support a safe work environment. The position requires 1 year of mechanical experience and teamwork, with overtime potential.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints and schematics to build machinery.
• Detail-oriented with consistent performance.
• Works well in a team.
• Maintains and performs basic repairs on equipment.
• Basic math, reading, and writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assembles machinery, electrical equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic circuitry.
• Reads blueprints/schematics and builds to specifications.
• Uses various machines and hand tools to complete tasks.
• Maintains logs, records, and reports on production and maintenance.
• Inventories tools and materials and contacts materials handler as needed.
• Checks product quality and communicates issues to supervisor.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Team player

Equipment maintenance

Basic math

Education

1 year mechanical experience

Job description

The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatic circuity to support production schedules.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assembles machinery, fabricated metal products, electrical equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic circuitry, and more according to directions.
• Reads blueprints, schematics, or similar documentation, and builds to those specifications.
• Uses various machines and hand tools to accomplish assigned task.
• Maintains logs, records, and reports concerning production, machine maintenance, and product inconsistencies.
• Inventories tools, parts, and supplies; contacts materials handler if supplies are needed.
• Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified problems and alerts supervisor.
• Maintain a safe clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Commitments and Location

• Fulltime role based in Dixon, IL
• Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 5pm
• Overtime may be required

Benefits Include

• Eligible for the Sewer Equipment Productivity Bonus, paid quarterly. Average 2025 payout was $7/hour. Payouts are based on overall company profitability, productivity, warranty, and attendance.
• $500 sign on bonus, paid after 90 days of employment
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance available after 60 days of employment
• Company paid Life, Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness
• 401k Plan with company match after one year of employment
• 80 hours of paid holidays per year

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Detail-oriented and consistent.
• Works well as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to properly maintain and perform basic repairs on equipment.
• Basic ability in mathematics, reading, or writing.

Education and Experience

• 1-year mechanical experience

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at a time.
• Ability to differentiate between colored wires, tabs, and electronic components.