Mechanical Assembler

JLS Automation; York (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-site fitness gym

Job summary

JLS Automation, corporate headquarters in YORK, PA, is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to fit, assemble, and test full-scale robotic packaging systems in a high‑mix, low‑volume environment. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements include a High School diploma (Associate’s or technical education a plus) and 3+ years in mechanical layout/assembly. Must lift up to 50 lbs and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of layout, assembly, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
• Industrial equipment experience (conduit, sensors, disconnects).
• Electrical experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Layout, plan, and perform shop floor assembly installations of mechanical components.
• Use common assembly tools, drills, conduit benders, and measuring devices.
• Perform system testing and verify device operations and wiring.
• Verify parts for flaws and conformance to drawings and specs.
• Assist Engineering with machine testing and factory acceptance testing as needed.
• Assist with shipping, building skids/crates, and material handling.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Blueprints & schematics

Electrical experience

Use of hand tools

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Technical education (bonus)

Tools

Forklift operation

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - YORK, PA 17402 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: High School | Travel Percentage: None | Job Shift: Day | Job Category: Manufacturing

About JLS®

We supply easy-to-use hygienic robotic packaging solutions for the food industry that solve complex packaging challenges. JLS custom vision-guided primary and secondary robotic packaging systems are user-friendly, easy to operate, fast to start‑up, and ensure both worker and food safety. We have an exceptional customer‑focused and employee‑centered culture. JLS® offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with an on‑site fitness gym, monthly team luncheons, recreation activities, and 401(k) profit‑sharing options.

Position Summary: The Mechanical Assembler will be responsible for fitting, assembling, and testing full‑scale robotic systems from the ground up in a high‑mix, low‑volume environment. This is a Full‑time, non‑exempt position reporting to our Production Supervisor.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Layout, plan, and perform a wide variety of shop floor assembly installations consisting of but not limited to the mechanical fastening of electronic/electrical components to electrical panels and electrical enclosures.
• Use common assembly, hand and power tools, drills, conduit benders, pipe threading equipment, and measuring devices such as volt meters and continuity testers as required.
• Perform system testing consisting of checking input/output to all devices, verifying correct operations of devices and systems.
• Verify parts are free of flaws, defects, or imperfections and meet all dimensional requirements as specified on drawings.
• Assist Engineering with machine testing and factory acceptance testing as needed.
• Assist with all shipping functions, including building skids and/or crates as needed.
• Use forklift as needed for material handling tasks.
• Maintain forklift training and certification.
• Assist in maintaining grounds and facilities as needed.
• Strict adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree or technical education is a plus.
• 3+ years of related experience in the layout, assembly, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Able to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and schematics as required.
• Industrial equipment experience (conduit, sensors, disconnects, etc.).
• Electrical experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical tools and equipment.
• The ability to work with and understand electromechanical functionality.
• Attention to detail and ability to learn quickly.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Work Environment

Manufacturing floor that requires regular standing and walking for most of the workday. Subject to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.