Mechanical Assembler | Team‑Focused & Quality‑Driven

JBT Marel; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel in Kingston seeks a Mechanical Assembler to join our Prepared Foods Division. You will assemble mechanical units, fabricated parts, and electrical systems while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The role requires reading work instructions and blueprints, using hand and power tools, and contributing to continuous improvement in a team environment. Prior assembly experience is preferred, and candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing or mechanical assembly preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, blueprints, or assembly drawings.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical units, fabricated parts, and electrical/electronic systems.
• Use hand tools, power tools, fixtures, jigs, and other production equipment safely and effectively.
• Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust components to meet engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Perform self-inspections and functional testing to verify products meet quality requirements prior to shipment.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues and work with supervisors and engineering to resolve production concerns.
• Follow work instructions, engineering drawings, and manufacturing schedules to complete work accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety policies.
• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, and improvement ideas to supervisors and team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support a positive team environment.
• Comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Job description

JBT Marel in Kingston seeks a Mechanical Assembler to join our Prepared Foods Division. You will assemble mechanical units, fabricated parts, and electrical systems while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The role requires reading work instructions and blueprints, using hand and power tools, and contributing to continuous improvement in a team environment. Prior assembly experience is preferred, and candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.