Location: Alachua, FL | Full-Time | On-Site | Hourly
Are you mechanically skilled and looking to put your talent to work on something that truly matters? Join our team in Alachua, Florida as a Rotary Head Technician, where you’ll help build the high‑precision rotary head gearboxes used in drilling rigs relied on throughout the mining industry.
What You’ll Do:
- Precision Assembly: Build Rotary Head gearboxes using specialized tools and equipment, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications.
- Heating & Pressing Components: Utilize controlled heating and pressing techniques to install gears, bearings, and shafts, ensuring proper fit and alignment.
- Fit Tolerances: Apply knowledge of slip fit and press fit tolerances during assembly to achieve precise mechanical performance.
- Interpret Technical Documentation: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings for accurate assembly and troubleshooting.
- Quality Control: Perform rigorous inspections and measurements to maintain tight tolerances and verify component integrity throughout the assembly process.
- Problem-Solving: Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues during assembly and testing phases with minimal supervision.
- Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify process improvements and implement best practices for efficiency and accuracy.
- Tool & Equipment Maintenance: Properly maintain and calibrate tools and equipment to ensure consistent performance.
- Compliance: Adhere to all safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations.
What you Bring
- Ability to work in the U.S. on an indefinite basis without sponsorship
- Proven experience in precision assembly of gearboxes, transmissions, or similar mechanical systems.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical principles, tolerances, and quality assurance practices.
- Strong background in heating/freezing components to be press-fit together
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators).
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- At least 3+ year experience in a manufacturing environment.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Positive attitude, strong attendance, and willingness and ability to work overtime.
Physical & Safety Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the workday
- Frequently lift and move items over 50 lbs
- Must wear required PPE and successfully complete fit-for-work assessments (audiogram, lift test, physical exam)
- Comfortable working in a loud, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Why Join Us?
- Starting Pay Range: $25 - 30/hour based on experience + bonus opportunity.
- Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, and 401(k) with up to 8% company contribution
- Parental Leave: Up to 14 weeks
- Training & Development: Opportunities for skills growth and career advancement
- Work Environment: A collaborative, safety‑focused, and supportive culture that values craftsmanship and continuous improvement
Sandvik is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact hrsupport.us@Sandvik.com.