Mechanical Assembler - Plows & Wings

Alamo Group Inc.; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Mechanical Assembler specializing in heavy-duty snow and ice removal equipment in Wooster, Ohio. This full-time position involves assembling and installing truck bodies, conducting tests, and maintaining high-quality standards in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in heavy equipment assembly.
• Previous experience in a metal manufacturing production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up assembly jobs by gathering materials.
• Assemble components using hand and power tools.
• Fabricate and weld parts as necessary.

Skills

Understanding of heavy mobile equipment

Metal product assembly techniques

Basic math skills

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Basic electrical principles and hydraulics

Use of hand and power tools

Measurement skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Formerly known as Rayco Manufacturing, and now part of the Alamo Group Snow & Ice Team, we manufacture heavy duty snow and ice removal equipment.

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The Assembler performs the necessary work to install and fit various types of truck bodies with a variety of snow removal equipment. Assembles components and parts into a completed product following work orders, blueprints, schematics and other written and verbal specifications.

Essential Functions Of The Job

• Set up the assembly job by locating parts and gathering materials according to the work order.
• Layout and position wire harnesses, subassemblies, and hoses according to prints.
• Align, position and assemble components using hand tools, including impacts and torque tools.
• Installs moving parts such as engines, clutches, pumps, hoses, and bearings.
• Drills, taps, or reams holes as necessary.
• Fabricate and weld parts using MIG wire, as needed.
• Ability to paint small parts as necessary.
• Test the portable hydraulic units and plumb them to the unit.
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to maneuver and assemble large assemblies.
• Test the unit as needed with hydraulic pressure gauges, checking for pressure and leaks.
• Performs and documents pre/post inspections.
• May transport vehicles in a safe and respectful manner.
• Additional duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSA’s)

• Strong understanding of the function, operation and maintenance of heavy mobile equipment.
• Knowledge and basic understanding of metal product assembly techniques.
• Basic math skills.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Knowledge of basic electrical principles and hydraulics.
• Able to use hand and power tools.
• Able to perform basic measurements using tape measures, protractors and other measuring devices.
• Able to operate a manual hand truck and overhead crane.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment.
• Able to work overtime and/or include weekends as production schedules dictate.
  
  
  

Education And Experience

• Requires a minimum of two years of experience in heavy equipment assembly, installations, repair and/or maintenance.
• Previous experience working in a metal manufacturing production environment.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
  
  
  

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing production environment, with frequent standing, twisting, bending, stooping, and climbing in and around metal fabricated parts. Frequent lifting, pushing or pulling of 40 pounds alone, and >40 pounds with assistance. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and visual acuity to identify required parts and operate production assembly equipment (i.e. hand tools, power tools, forklift truck, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction, Machinery Manufacturing, and Truck Transportation

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