Mechanical Assembler

SpecSys Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

On-site Training & Certifications

RITALKA University

Company Picnics

Job summary

SpecSys Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to define build sequences and perform hands-on assembly of mobile equipment across railway, construction, oil, and mining sectors. You will follow drawings and specs, assemble components, and ensure on-time delivery.

This position offers a flexible schedule with 4 ten-hour shifts and 5 eight-hour shifts, on-site in the rural Midwest, with benefits and opportunities for training and certification.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling mechanical components and hardware to specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and mechanical systems using hand tools.
• Ensure assemblies meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Lift up to 75 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Follow instructions and document assembly steps accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components into controls of moderate complexity following documentation.
• Assemble hydraulic actuators by hand, bend tubing, drill and tap.
• Identify assembly sequences to minimize downtime.
• Ensure products are built and tested to meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate with purchasing to manage parts shortages and ECO changes.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly

Blueprint Reading

Hydraulic Troubleshooting

Quality Control

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Job description

Join an Established and Growing Team!

Showcase your skills with a company committed to providing services ON TIME, ON BUDGET, DONE RIGHT, and DONE SAFELY. At SpecSys, we offer exciting, challenging work tailored to your strengths, along with opportunities to make an impact. Learn more about us at specsys.com

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE including 4 10-hour shifts and 5 8-hour shifts with flexible start times!

SALARY RANGE: $17.00 to $24.00 per hour

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; HSA/FSA options; Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) with Employer Match; Term Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee-of-the-Month and Year, On-site Welding Training and Certifications; RITALKA University; Employee Luncheons; Family Company Picnic; Community Volunteering

As the Mechanical Assembler, your primary responsibility will be to accurately define appropriate build sequences and provide hands on labor to assemble mobile equipment projects for industries including railway, construction, oil, mining, and more. You will use your detail-oriented skills to take responsibility and see projects through to completion.

What does the Mechanical Assembler is responsible do for SpecSys?

• Assembles mechanical components into controls of moderate complexity by following controlled documentation, standards and specifications
• Assembles hydraulic actuators by hand using hand tools bending tubing, drilling and taping
• Identifies appropriate assembly sequences to minimize unproductive time
• Ensures products are built and tested to meet customer requirements
• Identifies component shortages and coordinate parts tracking with purchasing / material handling department
• Coordinates work load with the assigned project manager to ensure design changes ECO changes are implemented into the overall assembly process
• Provides input into QC process improvements

What do we look for in a quality candidate?

• Knowledge of designing, using, and repairing machines and tools, computer hardware and software, building machines, and using plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Math skills to solve problems
• The ability to read and understand written information
• Can identify problems and review information
• Has the ability to understand and follow detailed drawings, schematics, assembly drawings, customer specifications and assembly procedures
• Can lift 75 pounds
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and mechanical schematics
• Can stand for 8 hours plus per day
• Understands and follows work order instructions including sign-off of assembly department dispatches
• Understands and follows existing quality control processes
• Has any combination of education and experience that provides the required skill and knowledge for successful performance

Many tasks include their own work and/or the review of work of others in the department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

SpecSys Overview

When it comes to recruiting, many companies focus on an applicant's faults - what doesn't fit, what experience they don't have, etc. Our philosophy is different in that we are actively looking for a reason to hire someone. SpecSys is a full service provider that offers project management, engineering, and manufacturing for fast track projects, systems, and products with a main focus on large mobile equipment - if it moves and it's big, we can do it! At SpecSys, we take safety and quality very seriously. We want our employees to go home in the same way they arrived at work (maybe even better if possible) and we do that by providing our services On Time, On Budget, and Done Right. As one of the few engineering and manufacturing companies that are ISO-9001:2015 certified, you know that our standards and processes are first-rate.

Why You Should Apply Here

SpecSys is a family-owned company that focuses on creating jobs in rural communities in the upper Midwest; purposefully deciding to create jobs away from the chaos of larger metro areas. Our company values help to foster strong relationships with not only our employees and customers, but also our communities. We take pride in finding careers that fit the person rather than a person to fit a job which allows us all to do extraordinary things with ordinary people.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.