Mechanical Assembly Technician

Strange Engineering; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

LTD

401K

Job summary

Strange Engineering is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined Mechanical Assembly Technician for a hands-on role assembling and preparing automotive components. Training will be provided on our equipment and processes.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with tools, has strong mechanical aptitude, pays attention to detail, and is eager to learn. This position offers training on press, saw, lathe operations and quality procedures in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in hands-on work.
• Willingness to learn shop equipment and machinery.
• Ability to follow instructions, measurements, and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and strong work ethic.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble automotive parts and components to specifications.
• Operate a press to install and plug axles and related components.
• Use a saw to cut axles and materials to specified lengths.
• Operate a manual lathe for basic machining operations.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and accuracy.
• Inspect completed parts for quality and proper assembly.
• Record materials used and maintain accurate inventory.
• Keep tools, parts, inventory locations, and work areas organized.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on work

Detail-oriented

Follow instructions

Team-oriented

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Press equipment

Manual lathe

Measuring tools

Job description

Company Overview

For over 60 years, Strange Engineering has been a trusted leader in high-performance automotive racing components, supplying products used by professional drag racing and NASCAR teams. We are known for exceptional quality, precision manufacturing, and outstanding customer service. Our employees are key to our continued success, and we're looking for dedicated team players to join us.

Company Overview

For over 60 years, Strange Engineering has been a trusted leader in high-performance automotive racing components, supplying products used by professional drag racing and NASCAR teams. We are known for exceptional quality, precision manufacturing, and outstanding customer service. Our employees are key to our continued success, and we're looking for dedicated team players to join us.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined Mechanical Assembly Technician for a hands‑on role assembling and preparing automotive components. The ideal candidate enjoys working with tools, has strong mechanical aptitude, pays attention to detail, and is eager to learn. Training will be provided on our equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble automotive parts and components to specifications
• Operate a press to install and plug axles and related components
• Use a saw to cut axles and materials to specified lengths
• Operate a manual lathe for basic machining operations
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and accuracy
• Inspect completed parts for quality and proper assembly
• Record materials used and maintain accurate inventory
• Keep tools, parts, inventory locations, and work areas organized
• Follow established safety and quality procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in hands‑on work
• Willingness to learn shop equipment and machinery
• Ability to follow instructions, measurements, and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable, team-oriented, and strong work ethic
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced shop environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Training Provided: Press, saw, manual lathe, assembly procedures, measuring equipment, inventory processes, and other job‑related equipment.

Benefits

• PTO
• Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• 401K