Mechanical Assembler

seakeeper; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Seakeeper in Leesport, PA, is hiring a Mechanical Assembler to create innovative products that defy gravity. As a part of our production team, you'll work on assembling and testing parts, ensuring products meet quality standards, and maintaining workplace safety.

This full-time position requires a high school diploma, 1+ years of assembly experience, and offers training to make you a Seakeeper expert. Join us to be a part of a dynamic team committed to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing assembly with a strong mechanical and/or electrical background.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble Seakeeper sphere sub-assemblies using various tools.
• Maintain quality standards and make necessary adjustments.
• Communicate clearly with shift supervisors and other assemblers.

Skills

Manufacturing assembly experience

Mechanical background

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We make an extraordinary product. Some might say it defies gravity! As our Mechanical Assembler, you’ll be the one who creates these gravity-defying products. You’ll ensure all products are crafted with the utmost quality by:

• Following standard operating procedures and staying within job safety parameters
• Preparing and assembling Seakeeper sphere sub-assemblies, utilizing build stands, overhead hoists, and various hand and power tools
• Assembling and testing parts/components efficiently within the allowed time standard by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts, and subassemblies
• Maintaining quality standards and making adjustments when necessary to produce products within specifications
• Verifying components by measuring and visually inspecting completed components; reject and immediately report products outside test and quality specifications
• Tracking daily production and job time utilizing electronic scanners where applicable
• Communicating clearly with shift supervisors, as well as assemblers on other shifts
• Checking and maintaining material and tool inventory
• Anticipating needed supplies and notifying the supervisor for placing and expediting material supply orders
• Completing standard production and quality forms as needed

WHEN YOU’LL WORK

1ST SHIFT: Monday through Thursday from 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

2ND SHIFT: Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. (you will train on 1st shift for the first four weeks)

4TH SHIFT: Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Do you have a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to hustle in a fast-paced environment? Then Seakeeper is the place for you! Here are a few other things you’ll need to succeed.

MUST-HAVES

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing assembly with a strong mechanical and/or electrical background
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times
• Possess quality focus, sound judgment, and decision-making
• Ability to do the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds occasionally
  • Stand or walk for extended periods (8–12-hour shifts) on concrete or other hard surfaces
  • Perform frequent repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, reaching, and gripping
  • Use hands and fingers to handle small parts, operate tools or controls, and assemble products with precision
  • Visually inspect products for defects, labels, or measurements
  • Distinguish sounds such as machinery alarms, beeps, or spoken instructions in a noisy environment
  • Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear

MORE DETAILS YOU’LL WANT TO KNOW

• You’ll be based in our Leesport, PA facility full-time
• On-the-job training will be provided (we will help you become the Seakeeper expert!)
• You’ll report to the Production Supervisor, also based in Leesport, PA
• This is a manual labor position, working along a production assembly line

EEO STATEMENT

Seakeeper is personally committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of job requirements, individual qualifications, and business need.