Mechanical Assembly Technician

Laitram LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machinery, Inc. in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Mechanical Assembly Technician to assemble stainless steel seafood processing equipment and related machinery, following engineering drawings and performing acceptance tests.

You will build assemblies of varying sizes, document deviations, run QC checks, and record labor on the shop floor system. The role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and meeting shipping deadlines; overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must identify and operate basic hand tools and small power tools.
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Strong communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and ability to read/use a tape measure.
• Ability to interface with a computer for shop floor control.
• Willing to cross-train in other work centers as needed.
• Self-managed team player with a good attitude.
• Detail oriented and passionate about quality work.
• Possess overtime flexibility; some travel may be required.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assembles mechanical equipment per engineering drawings and reports deviations.
• Performs QC checks and documents results.
• Uses computer software to log labor to each job.
• Builds small and large assemblies for seafood/poultry equipment and conveyors.
• Constructs shipping/crating skids for national/international shipping.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Hand tools operation

English fluency

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Overtime capable

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop floor control system

Basic computer software literacy

Job description

Laitram Machinery, Inc. has a position available for a Mechanical Assembly Technician. Primary responsibilities include mechanical assembly and acceptance test of stainless steel seafood processing equipment (as well as other mechanical food processing equipment); engineering drawings will be provided to guide assembly.

For over 70 years,Laitram Machinery haspioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page .

Responsibilities :

• Assemble mechanical equipment consistent with engineering drawings; document and report issues/deviations affecting form, fit or function
• Perform QC check from list provided and document results
• Use computer software to perform transactions and capture labor to each job
• Build small assemblies and large-scale seafood and poultry equipment and conveying systems
• Build shipping/crating skids for national/international equipment shipping

Requirements:

• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Must be able to identify and operated basic hand tools and small power tools
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills & ability to keep up with deadlines and ship dates
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have basic Math skills and have the ability to accurately read/use a tape measure
• Must be able to successfully interface with a computer to access manufacturing shop floor control system
• Must be willing to cross train in other work centers, as needed
• Must be a “self-managed” team player with a good attitude
• Is detail oriented and has a passion for doing a job well
• Able to work overtime; some limited travel may be required
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 50 lbs

Preference given to candidates with:

• 2 years’ experience as a machine/equipment Assembly Technician or similar work experience or assembly line manufacturing.
• Experience in some trade – mechanic, fabrication work, carpentry, machine tools, etc.