Mechanical Assembler

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; West Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Metals USA – Gregor Technologies Division in Torrington, CT seeks an Electro-Mechanical Assembler for 1st shift. You will read blueprints, assemble parts, and run end-of-line tests using hand tools, wire cutters, crimpers, and machines, ensuring quality standards.

Required: 2-year technical degree and/or apprenticeship, 3–5 years in electro-mechanical assembly, ability to read drawings and measuring instruments, CAD/CAM familiarity, and valid OSHA forklift certification.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree and/or apprenticeship.
• 3–5 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings/blueprints.
• Ability to read measuring instruments (tape, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, gauges).
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM and basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, and specifications to assemble product.
• Utilize hand tools and machines to assemble components.
• Perform end-of-line tests using computer-based equipment.
• Conduct spot checks to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Read blueprints/d drawings

Reading measuring instruments

Education

Two-year technical degree

Apprenticeship

Tools

Drill gun

Hand-held screwdriver

Wire cutter

Crimping tools

Grinding machines

Measuring tapes

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Gauges

CAD/CAM

Job description

Electro-Mechanical Assembler -- 1st Shift

Metals USA -- Gregor Technologies Division is seeking an ELECTRO - MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER in Torrington, CT. Metals USA is a solid, growth-oriented aluminum/stainless steel distribution center servicing the defense, aerospace, and fabrication industries.

Responsibilities:

• Reads, interprets, and follows basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and other written instructions to accurately assemble product.
• Utilizes handheld tools such as a hand-held screw and drill gun.
• Assembles parts using automatic wire cutter, crimping or grinding machines.
• Assembles motors, pumps or compressors using press fixtures, pneumatic guns or hand tools.
• Performs end-of-line tests using computer-based equipment.
• Performs spot checks of products to ensure adherence to approved quality standards.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid OSHA Forklift certification

Physical Demands:

Occupation requires physical activity more than 66% of the time (> 5.5 hours per day)

• Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend
• Regularly performs repetitive tasks
• Physical dexterity to put parts together
• Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 -- 100 lbs. with assistance

Other Physical Requirements:

Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Steel-toed boots
• Hard hats with chin strap; chin strap must be worn at all times while in the warehouse
• Protective eyewear
• Hand protection
• Arm guards/sleeves
• Visual Acuity requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program

Work Environment:

May be exposed to some of the following working conditions.

• Working inside of the warehouse
• Moderate to loud noise levels
• Vibration
• Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles
• Day and night shifts

• Two-year technical degree and/or apprenticeship
• 3 -- 5 years of electro-mechanical assembly; should have prior wire installation experience
• Must have mechanical & mathematical aptitude
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, documents and blueprints.
• Ability to read measuring instruments such as measuring tapes, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and gauges
• Computer Literacy with understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM

Metals USA offers a competitive starting hourly range of $20.00 - $ 23.00. Metals USA offer comprehensive benefits program plus upward mobility professional growth.

Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.

Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees w/o regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.