Mechanical Assembler

Elgen Staffing; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Elgen Staffing client seeks a Mechanical Assembler in South Holland, IL. The role focuses on building machines from prints, performing hydraulic/electrical work, and MIG welding with emphasis on quality and safety.

You will read blueprints, use precision tools, and potentially lead a small team while improving processes and ensuring timely deliveries. GED or good mechanical background required, willingness to learn and adapt to evolving requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Solid mechanical skills and ability to read instructions and drawings.
• Experience with hydraulic, electrical, and MIG/stick welding a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools accurately.

Responsibilities

• Work from prints, drawings, and instructions to perform builds.
• Assemble parts with hand and power tools to complete machines.
• Perform MIG welding on various metal thicknesses with quality results.
• Train coworkers and coordinate daily team activities when needed.
• Set up hydraulic system pressures and test equipment for proper operation.
• Interpret electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics for builds.
• Operate and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical subsystems.
• Maintain safety and quality standards; read a tape measure and measure parts.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical wiring

MIG welding

Team leadership

Reading blueprints

Tape measure reading

Troubleshooting

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vernier caliper

Hand and power tools

Over-head crane

Forklift operation

Job description

Our client, a nationwide recycling manufacturer, has an immediate need for an experienced Mechanical Assembler, to join their growing team in South Holland.

Our candidate of choice will be self-motivated with solid mechanical skills and a desire to learn electrical & hydraulic connections. Prior experience with hydraulic, electrical, and MIG/stick welding is a big plus!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• We are seeking self-motivated individuals with solid mechanical skills and a desire to learn electrical and hydraulic connections
• Prior experience with hydraulic, electrical, and MIG/stick welding is a definite plus
• A strong work ethic and a passion to learn the field inside and out is absolutely required
• This is not a repetitive function; every machine requires free thinking and extreme diligence
• Proficient in Hydraulic systems, hydraulic layout, and operation
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Experience as a team leader
• Ability to perform work using electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics
• Experience with electrical assembly and troubleshooting
• Experience with hydraulic systems and troubleshooting
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic machine assembly
• Requires limited supervision to perform tasks assigned
• Possess good communication skills & an ability to adapt to changing situations
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or relative experience and/or training for job classification
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Depending on job classification, may require basic math and/or tape measure reading,
• Depending on job classification, may require ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations
• 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
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You will be working from prints, drawings, and instructions to perform builds
• Other duties may be assigned
• Coordinate daily activities of team
• Responsible for achieving team goals, including quality, productivity, etc
• Participate in supervisor meetings as required
• Expertise in low and high Voltage point-to-point wire connections per supplied electrical schematic
• Train coworkers on all product fabrication and welding
• Answer questions and give guidance as needed
• Assemble parts to complete a machine using hand and power tools
• Perform efficient and quality MIG welding of various metal thicknesses
• Have complete understanding of all products that are built, with limited guidance and support
• Use a variety of handheld and precision measuring tools
• Reading blueprints & schematics for mechanical builds
• Accurately read a tape measure and use precision measuring tools
• Position parts & sub-assemblies by using templates or reading measurements
• Manufacture hydraulic hoses
• Test equipment to make sure it is operating correctly
• Set up hydraulic system pressures
• Certified to operate a forklift and over-head crane
• Rig machinery when needed
• This job has supervisory responsibilities
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Stand, walk, and talk, or hear
• 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles