Mechanical Assembler - 1st Shift

Kress Corporation; Brimfield (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance including Presc

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kress Corporation is seeking a full-time Mechanical Assembler - 1st shift to support the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries in Illinois.

You will assemble components per blueprints, work with hydraulic and electrical systems, and troubleshoot to ensure reliable performance. A high school diploma and 2+ years of heavy equipment assembly experience are preferred, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years experience in heavy equipment assembly preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints required.
• Previous heavy machinery experience strongly desired.
• Fluency with various hand tools; prior mechanic experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies per provided blueprints.
• Assemble components used in heavy equipment per prints and assembly instructions.
• Experienced assemblers commission and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• All Kress employees contribute to a safe and organized work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Heavy equipment assembly

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools usage

Electrical test equipment

Hydraulic test equipment

Job description

Kress Corporation is the industry leader in specialty transport carrier manufacturing, with equipment operating worldwide in demanding sectors like metals and material handling.

Every Kress carrier is designed with heavy-duty construction, high load capacity, and maneuverability to deliver exceptional durability and efficiency. Our commitment to quality and innovation drives us to develop machines that meet specific application needs and provide enhanced lifecycle value.

Join us and be part of a dynamic, talented team dedicated to building world-class machinery that shapes industries around the globe!

MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER - 1st SHIFT

Kress is looking for a full time Mechanical Assembler - 1st shift to join our team in the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries.

Responsibilities -

• Working with the Kress team, produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies in accordance with provided blueprints
• Assemble a wide array of components used in heavy equipment (i.e. hydraulic and electrical systems, cabs, axles, and powertrains) per prints and assembly instructions
• Experienced assemblers commission and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• All Kress employees contribute to a safe and organized work environment

Qualifications -

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years previous experience in heavy equipment assembly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints required
• Previous heavy machinery experience strongly desired
• Fluency with various hand toolsPrior mechanic experience a plus

Kress Benefits -

• Group Health Insurance including Prescriptions
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays