Mechanical Assembler

Mid-Continent Engineering, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual begins

Shoe allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Mid-Continent Engineering, LLC, Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to join our team. You will assemble mechanical parts, units, and subassemblies from blueprints and specifications, ensuring accuracy and quality in a manufacturing environment.

This first shift runs 6 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. A high school diploma or GED and 3–5 years of assembly experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and written instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with standard assembly tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work within ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and rework mechanical parts and units ranging from moderately complex to complex.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, specifications, and process documentation.
• Position, align, and fasten components using adhesives, hardware, hand tools, and power tools.
• Support masking and part-marking tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Set up and operate departmental equipment, including rivet machines and punching machines.
• Accurately log work in ERP software (Epicor) and manage job assignments through the system.
• Work independently to meet or exceed project deadlines and productivity expectations.
• Assist other departments as required and help train new employees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

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Mechanical Assembler

Assembly Full Time Manual Labor Mid-Continent Engineering, LLC, Minneapolis, MN, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1422

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Mid Continent Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to join our team! This position will help support the masking/ part marking department, as needed.

This is a 1st Shift- 6 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday opportunity.

Mid-Continent has been a supplier to first-tier OEMs within the medical, aerospace and defense industries for decades. Mid-Continent Engineering stuffs the armed forces supply chain with products of our capabilities such as precision machining, aerospace welding, chromate conversion, paint/powder coat finishing, mechanical assemblies, and other design-assist services.

A few things we have to offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental & Vision for employee & family including domestic partners.
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual starts immediately.
• Yearly shoe allowance
• Referral Program

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembler to join our team. In this role, you will assemble mechanical parts, units, and subassemblies with accuracy and consistency, working from blueprints, specifications, and written instructions. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilitiesinclude the following:

• Assemble, modify, and rework mechanical parts and units ranging from moderately complex to complex.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, specifications, and process documentation.
• Position, align, and fasten components using adhesives, hardware, hand tools, and power tools.
• Support masking and part-marking tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Set up and operate departmental equipment, including rivet machines and punching machines.
• Accurately log work in ERP software (Epicor) and manage job assignments through the system.
• Work independently to meet or exceed project deadlines and productivity expectations.
• Assist other departments as required and help train new employees.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3–5 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and written instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with standard assembly tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work within ERP systems.

Physical Demands:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use of hands, fingers, feet, and hands to reach with arms. The ability to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees must be able to cope with Minnesota climate variances, endure heat & cold conditions in the shop. Endure heavy workloads, high noise levels from hammering, and grinding (hearing protection provided). Protect against metal particles, fumes, sparks, particles, and gases (safety glasses, safety-toed boots, ear plugs, and gloves provided per the company policy guidelines).

Individuals working in an office setting will not endure some of the physical & work environments conditions of the production floor unless office is adjacent to the production floor or per the individuals job duties and/ or responsibilities. All office personnel must abide by the PPE guidelines (safety glasses, safety-toed boots that are provided per the company policy guidelines) when entering the production floor or if a requirement of a department that individual is entering or working in.