Production Assembler

KeepRite Refrigeration Texas; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KeepRite Refrigeration Texas is seeking a detail-oriented Production Assembler for a Temp-to-Hire role on the 1st shift. You will build and assemble commercial refrigeration units, following blueprints and SOPs to ensure quality and safety on the production floor.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to quality, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while aiming for a long-term career with the company.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with manual hand tools, power tools, and cordless drills.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and stand for an 8-hour shift.
• Strict attendance and safety policies must be followed.
• Preferred experience in commercial HVAC or refrigeration assembly.

Responsibilities

• Assemble structural frames, insulation, panels and mechanical components per specs.
• Safely operate hand tools, pneumatic equipment and cordless drills to secure fasteners, rivets and hardware.
• Inspect seams, gaskets and alignments to prevent leaks and ensure product quality.
• Assist with copper line brazing and basic electrical wiring harnesses or controls.
• Collaborate on a fast-paced assembly line to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Cordless drills

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Production Assembler to join our manufacturing team for a Temp-to-Hire opportunity. In this role, you will build and assemble commercial refrigeration units, ensuring all mechanical and structured components meet standard operating procedures and technical blueprints. The ideal candidate possesses a strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to rigorous quality standards, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment with an eye toward a long-term career.

WORK SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

• Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire (Long-term career potential based on performance, quality, and attendance)
• Schedule: First Shift -6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday through Friday)
• Overtime: Required as needed, including occasional extended weekdays and Saturdays
• Starting Pay: $17.50 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Refrigeration Assembly: Efficiently assemble structural frames, insulation, panels, and mechanical components for commercial refrigeration units according to technical specifications and blueprints.
• Tool Operation: Safely and proficiently operate a variety of hand tools, pneumatic equipment, and cordless drills to secure fasteners, rivets, and hardware.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a strict quality-focused mindset, inspecting seams, gaskets, and alignments to prevent leaks and ensure a high-performing final product.
• Brazing & Electrical Integration: Support the installation of copper lines, coils, and basic electrical wiring harnesses or controls (experience highly preferred).
• Line Collaboration: Work cooperatively on a fast-paced assembly line, communicating effectively with team members to safely hit daily production goals.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical Skills: Proven proficiency with manual hand tools, power tools, and cordless drills.
• Physical Demands: Ability to regularly lift, move, and carry heavy materials weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, alongside standing, bending, and reaching for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
• Compliance: Strict adherence to all operational protocols, safety policies, and the company attendance program. Consistent, punctual attendance is an absolute requirement for hire-on consideration.
• Preferred Experience: Prior experience in commercial HVAC, industrial refrigeration, copper pipe brazing, or electrical assembly is highly valued.

SAFETY & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

We prioritize the health and well-being of our workforce. Employees must maintain a proactive safety mindset and wear the following mandatory PPE at all times on the production floor:

• Steel-toe boots or shoes (required)
• Approved safety glasses (required)
• Hearing/ear protection (required)
• Protective arm sleeves (as required depending on assigned work area)
• Work gloves (as required depending on assigned work area)
• Face shield (as required depending on assigned work area)

ACCESSIBILITY

Keeprite Refrigeration is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please notify the HR department in advance of scheduling your interview or by emailing us at [e-mail] with the email title Request for Accommodation.

To learn more about KeepRite Refrigeration, please visit www.k-rp.com.