Mechanical Assembler

ZipRecruiter; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Rockford, IL seeks a Mechanical Assembler responsible for assembling mechanical systems using blueprints and working closely with team members. Ideal candidates have experience in mechanical assembly and a strong mechanical aptitude, with benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) match.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Qualifications

• 3+ years in mechanical assembly within manufacturing.
• Experience with various assembling tools.
• Ability to interpret complex mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using engineering blueprints.
• Perform fitting and adjusting operations on parts.
• Collaborate with team members to modify and assemble jet engines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read assembly drawings

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/trade school certificate

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Hand grinders

Cranes

Forklifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

Mechanical Assembler

Position Summary:

The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling mechanical components and systems utilizing engineering blueprints, diagrams, and specifications. Working closely with other assemblers to connect components and construct large mechanical products.

Employment Type: Full Time - Hourly

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform assembly, fitting, filing, reaming, riveting, crimping, swaging, and adjusting operations.
• Use a variety of light machine tools such as drill press, arbor press, air and hydraulic presses, and simple die sets, riveting machine hand tools.
• Trim and file parts to fit, and verify fitting tolerances, using measuring instruments such as gauges and calipers.
• Use micrometers, force gauges, calipers, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and other precision measuring tools.
• Work with team members to layout, fabricate, assemble, and modify jet engine assembly or test articles, test stands, equipment, and support systems.
• Operate various tools to assemble a jet engine or operate support utilities to run test articles.
• Assist in setting up test stands and preparing/mounting test articles according to procedures.
• Prepare test articles for storage and transportation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least three years of experience in mechanical assembly within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with wrenches, calipers, micrometers, air levels, drills, taps, hand grinders, torque wrenches.
• Experience operating cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• Ability to read assembly drawings, detailed mechanical drawings, fluid schemes, and blueprints.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, schematics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to interpret assembly tolerances and select appropriate tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working with large machinery.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; vocational/trade school certificate preferred.
• Dependable with flexibility to work scheduled hours, including overtime and weekends.

Location & Compensation:

• Rockford, IL
• Pay range: $17.76 - $30.00 per hour
• Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) match.
• Join our team to work on innovative projects known for their groundbreaking nature.

About Lean Synergy:

Lean Synergy Staffing is a Veteran-owned & operated recruiting firm dedicated to connecting top talent with impactful roles across various industries. Our team, composed of military professionals and industry experts, adopts a mission-driven approach to workforce solutions. We focus on placing skilled change management professionals and support transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and civilian professionals with meaningful, long-term career opportunities in government, public, and private sectors.