Mechanical Assembly Technician — Heavy Equipment

Astec Industries (Peninsula Iron Works); Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec Industries (Peninsula Iron Works) seeks an Assembler I to clean, assemble, and join machined parts to specification. You will read blueprints, use measuring tools, and work safely with overhead cranes and forklifts to move large components.

The role involves deburring, minor equipment adjustments, and potential crossover to welding and painting as needed, with a focus on meeting production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; trade school or college coursework desired.
• Ability to correctly use and read a tape measure and to read and understand job-related blueprints.
• Proven ability to read drawings and blueprints accurately.
• One year of experience as an Assembler I needed; heavy equipment manufacturing background desired.

Responsibilities

• Clean, assemble, and join component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies to specification.
• Operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools along with precision measuring instruments.
• Remove burrs and rough spots using a hand file, hone stone, or portable pneumatic grinder.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials and assemble large components safely.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments, repairs, or setups under supervision.
• Work safely at all times; report problems immediately to the Team Leader or Department Supervisor.
• Complete correct material transactions on shop routings.
• Possible cross-over to basic welding, washing, priming, and painting as needed.

Skills

Tape measure

Blueprint reading

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Dependable

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school or college coursework

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Hand tools

Pneumatic/ hydraulic tools

Job description

A day in this roleAt the start of your shift, you sync with the Department Production Supervisor and Team Leader, align on the production schedule, review diagrams and blueprints, and plan material transactions on the shop routing. You choose the right hand, pneumatic, or hydraulic tools, confirm your gauges and precision measuring instruments are ready, and get to work assembling heavy, large mechanical components with safety always first.Through the day, you clean and fit parts, deburr edges with a hand file, hone stone, or a portable pneumatic grinder, and perform essential checks and adjustments using established processes. You move sizable parts with overhead cranes and forklifts, make minor equipment adjustments or setups under supervision, and collaborate closely with teammates to keep the line running smoothly. When a deviation appears, you take corrective action and document what you did.Toward the end of the shift, you post accurate material transactions, verify all assemblies meet specifications, and report any issues to the Team Leader or Department Supervisor. As needed, you may cross over to basic welding, washing, priming, or painting of components or assemblies.Your impactPost accurate material transactions that keep the line moving.Protect quality by performing essential checks and taking corrective actions when required.Use the right tools the right way to make or repair parts and products.Build together with your line partners to meet the schedule.Champion a safe workplace by following all company and industry safety requirements.Work from documentation such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and verbal or written instructions with precision.Core responsibilitiesClean, assemble, and join component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies to specification.Operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools along with precision measuring instruments.Remove burrs and rough spots using a hand file, hone stone, or portable pneumatic grinder.Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials and assemble large components safely.Perform minor equipment adjustments, repairs, or setups under supervision.Work safely at all times; report problems immediately to the Team Leader or Department Supervisor.Complete correct material transactions on shop routings.Perform essential checks and adjustments using appropriate processes and gauges or other measuring instruments.Other duties as assigned, which may include basic welding, washing, priming, and painting.What you bringHigh School Diploma or GED preferred; trade school or college coursework desired.Working knowledge of common mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures required.Ability to correctly use and read a tape measure and to read and understand job-related blueprints required.One year of experience as an Assembler I needed; heavy equipment manufacturing background desired.Proven ability to read drawings and blueprints accurately.Qualified to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.Basic computer skills desired, including using a mouse and locating, opening, and closing files.How you workDependable, dedicated to completing assignments correctly, and effective with time.Problem-solver who adapts to new situations and is open to change and new ideas.Comfortable working independently with reasonable instructions and training, and collaborative in a professional team setting.Clear, complete communicator who expresses needs and asks questions.Able to follow detailed written and oral instructions.Capable of meeting production standards and deadlines.Receptive to constructive feedback, able to adjust, and willing to rework incorrect tasks (your own or others).