Product Assembler

NPK Construction Equipment, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NPK Construction Equipment, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Product Assembler to build pedestal booms, hydraulic power units, and other equipment per engineering drawings and quality standards.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, precision, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. You will read blueprints, select components, use hand and power tools, perform functional testing, and maintain accurate production records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• One year of related experience and/or training; mechanical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble pedestal booms and hydraulic power units according to drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Perform mechanical and hydraulic assembly, including installation of components, fittings, hoses, cylinders, motors, pumps, valves, and related hardware.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Identify required components, hardware, tools, and materials for each assembly and use hand/power tools safely.
• Perform precision assembly and adjustments to ensure proper fit, alignment, and product quality.
• Inspect components and final assemblies; conduct functional testing and assist with troubleshooting.
• Follow torque specs, hydraulic connections, and critical assembly procedures; maintain records.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and communicate issues to supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Mathematics

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: The Product Assembler is a skilled manufacturing position responsible for assembling pedestal booms, hydraulic power units, and other company products according to engineering specifications, drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. This position requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to independently perform complex assembly operations. This position consistently works within tight deadlines, requiring extreme motivation and high work ethic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble pedestal booms and hydraulic power units according to engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and established work instructions.
• Perform mechanical and hydraulic assembly, including installation and connection of components, fittings, hoses, cylinders, motors, pumps, valves, and related hardware.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Properly identify and select components, hardware, tools, and materials required for each assembly.
• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and assembly equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform precision assembly and adjustments to ensure proper fit, alignment, operation, and overall product quality.
• Inspect components at various stages of assembly as well as the final inspection of the completed product
• Identify assembly problems, determine potential causes, and make appropriate adjustments or corrections.
• Perform functional testing of completed assemblies and assist with troubleshooting as needed.
• Follow established procedures for torque specifications, hydraulic connections, component installation, and other critical assembly requirements.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.
• Identify and communicate material, component, drawing, or assembly issues to the appropriate supervisor or engineering personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the manufacturing, engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve assembly processes, quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Assist with the assembly of other products and perform other manufacturing duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Attendance – Consistently arrives to work and is on time.
• Teamwork – Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals.
• Communication – Writes and speaks effectively. Manages difficult or emotional employee situations. Listen well and participate during meetings. Solicits employee feedback to improve the manufacturing process.
• Equipment Selection - Determines the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Mathematics - Uses mathematics to solve problems.
• Reading Comprehension – Understands blueprints and /or drawings. Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Time Management – Prioritizes work activities. Use time efficiently. Set goals and objectives. Develops realistic action plans. Multi-tasks.
• Safety Focus – Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards and practices. Always performs work in a safe manner. Checks for and reports potential hazards while in the workplace. Responds positively to safety-oriented feedback.

Experience and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience and/or training; background in engine repair helpful.
• Mechanical backgroundrequired; heavy equipment mechanic background preferred.
• Experience using measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Basic trouble shooting hydraulic and electrical knowledge; MIG welding background preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, procedures,etc.
• Basic computer knowledge

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The individual needs to freque