Mechanical Assembler — Flexible Hours & Growth

Körber; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Paid vacation

Vacation purchase program

Sick days

Paid holidays

401k Plan with a $1 for $1 match up to

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Basic life and disability insurances

Voluntary life insurance purchase

Training and Development Program

Job summary

Körber Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier to the North American tobacco industry, seeks a Mechanical Assembler to assemble, install, test and maintain mechanical components and equipment used in tobacco manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of mechanical assembly or maintenance experience with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices. Emphasis on safety, GMP compliance, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
• 1–3 years of mechanical assembly or maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, and install mechanical components, subassemblies, and production parts for tobacco-processing and packaging equipment
• Perform routine mechanical adjustments, calibrations, and preventive maintenance to ensure machinery operates efficiently
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment to complete accurate assemblies
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, quality, and adherence to company specifications
• Collaborate with maintenance technicians, engineers, and production teams to resolve mechanical issues and support continuous improvement efforts
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of assembly work, inspections, and maintenance activities
• You will follow all company safety protocols, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and tobacco-industry regulations
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards
• Participate in required training and cross-training to support operational flexibility
• Manage logistics for plant tours, vendor visits, and customer visits

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Körber Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier to the North American tobacco industry, seeks a Mechanical Assembler to assemble, install, test and maintain mechanical components and equipment used in tobacco manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of mechanical assembly or maintenance experience with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices. Emphasis on safety, GMP compliance, and teamwork.