Mechanical Assembler $18–$21/hour

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early day shift

Friday half‑day

Hands-on work

Competitive pay

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Mechanical Assembler for a local company in the Waco area. This position offers a day shift with a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities for hands-on mechanical work assembling equipment.

You will read blueprints, assemble components, perform quality checks, and use drills, calipers, tape measures, and other hand tools while maintaining safety and organization at your workstation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical assembly experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand basic blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and electrical components.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Ability to accurately read measurements.
• Basic computer navigation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self‑motivated and dependable.
• Must possess your own tools.
• Must be able to successfully complete a ruler/measurement test, if required.
• Technical or vocational training/certification may be preferred or required depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fabricate mechanical parts, components, and equipment according to specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, BOMs.
• Assemble mechanical components and finished equipment.
• Use hand and power tools including drills, screwdrivers, calipers, tape measures, and other assembly tools.
• Measure components and verify proper fit and placement.
• Perform quality checks throughout the assembly process.
• Identify defects or issues and document accordingly.
• Rework or repair assembled equipment as needed.
• Work with components involving basic hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Maintain materials and inventory at your workstation.
• Follow safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical assembly

Quality checks

Hand tools

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Drills

Tape measures

Job description

Mechanical Assembler – Day Shift | $18–$21/hr

Waco Area | Monday–Friday | Experienced Assemblers Wanted

Are you mechanically inclined, confident reading blueprints, and experienced assembling equipment or components? Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting an experienced Mechanical Assembler for a growing local company.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, building equipment, troubleshooting problems, and seeing a finished product come together.

PAY & SCHEDULE

Pay: $18.00–$21.00/hour, based on experience

Core Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 6:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Friday: 6:00 AM–10:00 AM

• Early day shift
• Friday half‑day
• Hands‑on mechanical work
• Opportunity to put your assembly experience to work

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Mechanical Assembler, you will assemble and fabricate mechanical parts, components, and equipment according to specifications and quality standards.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials
• Assembling mechanical components and finished equipment
• Using hand and power tools including drills, screwdrivers, calipers, tape measures, and other assembly tools
• Measuring components and verifying proper fit and placement
• Performing quality checks throughout the assembly process
• Identifying defects or assembly issues and completing required documentation
• Reworking or repairing assembled equipment when specifications or engineering requirements change
• Working with components involving basic hydraulic and electrical systems
• Maintaining materials and inventory at your workstation
• Following established safety and quality procedures
• Keeping your work area clean, organized, and safe
• Troubleshooting assembly problems and determining appropriate solutions

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for candidates with a strong mechanical background who can work independently, follow detailed instructions, and produce accurate, quality work.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of mechanical assembly experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and understand basic blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and electrical components
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Ability to accurately read measurements
• Basic computer navigation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Self‑motivated and dependable
• Must possess your own tools
• Must be able to successfully complete a ruler/measurement test, if required
• Technical or vocational training/certification may be preferred or required depending on experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be comfortable working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment and able to:

• Regularly lift 30–50 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods
• Bend, reach, and lift throughout the shift
• Perform repetitive assembly tasks
• Use hands and fingers to accurately assemble smaller parts and components
• Work efficiently while maintaining quality and attention to detail

$18–$21/hr | Day Shift | Friday Half‑Day