Seasonal Cutting Mechanical Assembler (3+ Months)- 1st Shift Monday-Friday

ESAB Corporation; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ESAB Corporation in Denton, Texas is seeking a Cutting Mechanical Assembler to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble the mechanical core of cutting equipment, following blueprints, BOMs, and work instructions.

You will use hand and power tools, fit parts with tight tolerances, and perform basic electrical assembly and software updates as required. The role rewards precise workmanship and teamwork in a dynamic facility.

Qualifications

• Mech assembly experience in heavy-duty equipment or welding systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and BOMs.
• Basic electrical assembly experience and wiring harness installation.
• Strong manual dexterity and precision.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical drawings into assembled equipment.
• Assemble housings, mounts, regulators, feed systems, and components.
• Align and fit components to tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot misalignments with engineering or QC.
• Conduct mechanical functionality tests and airflow tests.
• Load and verify machine software per customer specs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical assembly

Pneumatic systems

Electrical assembly

BOM interpretation

Manual dexterity

Torque wrenches

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Jigs

Torque wrenches

Job description

Cutting Mechanical Assembler

Founded in 1904, ESAB Corporation is a premier narrowly diversified global leader in connected fabrication technology and gas control solutions. Our rich history of innovative products, workflow solutions, and business system, ESAB Business Excellence, enables our purpose of Shaping the World We Imagine™. We’re looking to hire a talented Mechanical Assembler based in Denton, Texas.

Job Description

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Mechanical Assembler is responsible for being the heartbeat of our production floor—assembling the mechanical core of the cutting-edge equipment that welders rely on every day. From power supplies and wire feeders to torches and gas systems, your job is to piece together the future of metalwork.

Primary Duties

• Bring Blueprints to Life: Translate technical drawings, exploded views, and mechanical diagrams into fully assembled equipment.
• Tool Up & Build: Use hand tools, power tools, jigs, and torque wrenches to assemble housings, mounts, regulators, feed systems, and precision components.
• Fit. Align. Assemble: Ensure components fit flawlessly- tight tolerances, clean finishes, and rugged reliability are your hallmarks.
• Troubleshoot with Confidence: Spot misalignments, mechanical faults, or design quirks during assembly and work with engineering or QC to resolve them.
• Test: Run mechanical functionality checks, airflow tests, and component diagnostics before equipment moves to final testing or shipping.
• Support Basic Electrical Assembly: Perform basic electrical assembly tasks including wiring harness installation, cable routing, connector assembly, and electrical component mounting according to wiring diagrams and work instructions.
• Configure & Update Control Software: Load, update, and verify machine software, firmware, and hard drive images according to customer specifications and product requirements.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Mechanical assembly experience, preferably in heavy-duty equipment, industrial tools, or welding systems.
• Solid understanding of pneumatic and mechanical systems; hydraulic experience is a plus.
• Strong ability to interpret mechanical drawings, BOMs (Bills of Materials), and assembly instructions.
• Manual dexterity, mechanical intuition, and pride in precision.
• Basic electrical assembly experience, including wiring harness installation, cable routing, connector assembly, and electrical component mounting.
• Proficiency using computers and standard software applications to access work instructions, load software images, and complete production documentation.
• Comfort working with metal parts, sharp edges, and a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Working Conditions

• This position is based in a dynamic manufacturing facility, where safety, precision, and teamwork come first.
• You’ll be working around industrial machinery, mechanical components, and occasionally near welding and cutting operations.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times on the shop floor, including:
• Hi-visibility vest
• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed safety shoes
• The role involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs) throughout the day in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to noise, metal dust, and varying temperatures may occur depending on the area of the facility—don’t worry, we’ve got strong safety protocols in place to keep you protected.
• You’ll work closely with other assembly technicians, engineers, and quality inspectors in a collaborative, hands-on team setting.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet production demands.