Precision Assembler - Suspension Systems & Quality

Dexter Group; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter Group in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking an Assembler - Specialty to join the Dex-Air suspension line. You will assemble components to engineering prints, set up equipment, and perform quality checks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing experience, and the ability to read drawings, operate presses, torque tools, and perform inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2 Years’ Experience in a manufacturing environment related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with medium‑duty mechanical assemblies.
• Hands‑on experience operating presses, torque tools, pneumatic tools and material handling equipment; experience with bushing presses or similar preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and written work instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to torque to specification and perform calibrated torque checks.
• Experience performing in-process and final inspections (use of calipers, gauges, go/no-go, visual checks).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document inspection/assembly data accurately.
• Able to work in a production environment with a focus on safety, quality and throughput.
• Good communication skills and ability to work on cross‑functional teams during start‑up and ramp‑up.
• Willingness to participate in required training and certifications (e.g., press operation, hoist/crane or powered industrial truck training as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Assemble Dex-Air and related suspension components to engineering prints, standard work, and torque/fastening specifications.
• Operate and set up assembly equipment that provides controlled lifting, rotation, torque and compression (including bushing presses and related fixtures).
• Use calibrated torque tools, press equipment, pneumatic tools, and hand tools safely and accurately.
• Perform in-process inspection and final quality checks (dimensions, torque verification, visual inspections); document results per work instructions.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly diagrams, process sheets, and torque/assembly specifications.
• Perform routine machine/fixture changeovers and set‑up tasks for medium‑duty assemblies.
• Support line start‑up activities — initial builds, first articles, and ramp‑up support — and provide feedback to engineering and process owners.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting (identify and elevate mechanical or process issues).
• Follow safety procedures and safe material handling practices; use lifting aids, hoists, and jigs as required.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records (WIP, inspection, nonconformance reports).
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineering, and quality teams to meet throughput, quality and safety objectives.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Torque equipment operation

Inspection documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Press equipment

Torque tools

Pneumatic tools

Calipers / gauges

Job description

Dexter Group in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking an Assembler - Specialty to join the Dex-Air suspension line. You will assemble components to engineering prints, set up equipment, and perform quality checks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing experience, and the ability to read drawings, operate presses, torque tools, and perform inspections.