Precision Mechanical Assembler – Heavy Components

Peninsula Iron Works; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Peninsula Iron Works is seeking an Assembler I to join our heavy machinery manufacturing team. You will read diagrams, use hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, and assemble large mechanical components to exact specifications on the shop floor.

You will follow safety rules, perform checks, and document process steps. Experience with blueprints, tape measures, and basic welding or painting tasks is a plus; a strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED; trade school or college coursework desired.
• One year of experience as an Assembler I is required; heavy equipment manufacturing background is a plus.
• Able to read drawings/blueprints with accuracy and use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components to specification using hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.
• Perform deburring, fitting, and cleaning of parts.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials carefully.
• Follow safety procedures and document deviations or issues.
• Complete material transactions and ensure quality checks meet specifications.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Assembler I experience

Heavy equipment background

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school or college coursework

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Peninsula Iron Works is seeking an Assembler I to join our heavy machinery manufacturing team. You will read diagrams, use hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, and assemble large mechanical components to exact specifications on the shop floor.

You will follow safety rules, perform checks, and document process steps. Experience with blueprints, tape measures, and basic welding or painting tasks is a plus; a strong attention to detail is essential.