Mechanical Assembler

Caelum Research Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Assembler for Alliance Machine Systems International in Indianapolis, IN. Under supervision, you will assemble production units by reading blueprints and specifications and using hand and power tools.

This role requires attention to tolerances and the ability to work with rotating shafts, gears, and subassemblies. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and dependable attendance, with some overtime and on-site work only.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, specs and work orders.
• Experience with mechanical assembly and using hand and power tools.
• Capable of working to close tolerances with proper alignment.
• Comfort working as part of a cross-functional team and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and diagrams to determine materials and assembly steps.
• Assemble machine sections to customer specifications.
• Attach units using hand and power tools.
• Measure and align parts with fixtures to tight tolerances.
• Inspect for quality, report issues, and participate in team meetings.
• Maintain clean, safe work area; comply with safety procedures.
• Overtime as required; on-site only.

Skills

Blueprints

Mechanical assembly

Tolerance measurement

Hand and power tools

Quality control basics

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fixtures & templates

Measuring instruments

Lubrication equipment

Job description

About Us: Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, perform basic mechanical assembly operations on production units.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions
• Assist with or assemble basic sections of machines to customer specifications
• attach unit to assembly, subassembly or frame using various hand and power tools
• Perform basic mechanical assembly operations to exacting tolerances
• position and align parts using fixtures, jigs and templates
• work with rotating shafts, gear trains, mechanical structures, and sprockets.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot face bolt holes in parts
• file, lap and buff parts to fit
• clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies
• Use measuring instruments to level and align work, detect and eliminate run-out, work to close tolerances with a demand for square, concentricity and parallelism.
• Assist with the detection of defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to supervisor
• Attend team meetings
• may provide input on quality, cost, or production issues
• Regularly and effectively communicate and interact with other team members
• Regular and predictable attendance at the worksite and on any assigned shift or work schedule is required for this position, as is the ability to work frequent overtime
• this is not a job that can be performed remotely
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean, orderly and safe manner
• Other duties as assigned

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Military, trade school or community college coursework in mechanical/electrical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a high level of physical flexibility, strength, and stamina, including the ability to: see and assess drawings, photos, and written instructions; audibly hear verbal instructions and mechanical signals (forklifts, cranes, machine alarms, etc.); and speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.

• Have full range of body movement: head, neck, shoulders; lift arms overhead; work overhead; reach, lift, push/pull, walk, climb, kneel, bend; good dexterity and range of movement in fingers, hands and wrists
• Sit for at least three hours
• Stand on feet for at least three hours
• Repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds
• Maintain confidence and balance while working on ladders up to 12 feet tall

EMPLOYEE EQUIPMENT

Must be able to provide an assortment of tools in a rollaway toolbox and steel-toed boots.

PROFESSIONAL AWARENESS & QUALITIES

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments. Company: Alliance Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It's that vision that drives us in creating world-class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.