Senior Mechanical Assembler

Powell Industries; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k savings

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Powell Industries in North Canton, OH is seeking a Senior Assembler to oversee the assembly of Switchgear and Breaker units, coordinating a team to meet quality standards and deadlines.

You will train junior assemblers, troubleshoot in-process issues, and assist in developing assembly procedures while maintaining a safe, organized work environment. This hands-on leadership role fits a high-volume manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure (fractions, decimals, metric-to-imperial).
• Basic English language skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Oracle, MES and True View to look up parts/drawings.
• Safely use hand and power tools.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble mechanical components for Switchgear and/or Breaker units per drawings and specs.
• Perform tool maintenance and ensure proper tool use.
• Conduct in-process inspections and follow standard work to protect quality.
• Lead team members on ship prep and assist training.
• Resolve root cause issues on engineering changes and discrepancies.
• Identify and track shortages; communicate to QA/QC.
• Lead a small team on assigned tasks and perform final inspections.
• Make mechanical adjustments and ensure safe, organized work areas.
• Promote safety culture and attend safety meetings.

Skills

Read tape measure

English language

Safety awareness

Read drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle

MES

True View

Job description

A Senior Assembler is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the assembly process of various products. They work closely with a team of assemblers to ensure that products are assembled correctly and efficiently, meeting quality standards and production deadlines. The Senior Assembler may also provide guidance and training to junior assemblers, troubleshoot any assembly issues, and assist in the development and improvement of assembly procedures. They play a crucial role in maintaining a smooth assembly process and ensuring the overall quality of the finished products.

Supervision

None

• Build and assemble mechanical components for Switchgear and/or Breaker units according to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Perform maintenance and proper use of tools.
• Perform in process inspections; ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Lead team members on all aspects of ship prep
• Assist in training employees
• Perform Root Cause Analysis on engineering changes and correct discrepancies
• Identify and track shortages
• Assist in processing ship loose and communicate to QA/QC
• Lead a small team of employees to complete a specific task assigned as assigned by lead assembler and/or supervisor
• Perform final "in process inspections"
• Identify and track shortages
• Perform mechanical adjustments for switchgear and/or breakers
• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
• 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of system software (i.e. Oracle, MES, True View) to look up parts and drawings.
• Safely use variety of hand/power tools.
• Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of Engineering Change orders
• Read and understand spec sheets and follow proper use of hardware by spec requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of single and three-line drawings, including symbols
• Ability to identify part discrepancies and properly write HFDs for corrections
• Knowledge of mechanical drawings and designs
• Ability to complete complex engineering changes.
• Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
• Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
• Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.
• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.
• Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.

  Working & Environmental Conditions

  Working Conditions

  • Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
  • Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)
  • Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

  Physical Requirements

  • Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders
  • Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction
  • Continuous standing and walking
  • Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
  • Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.
  • Frequent use of hand tools and power tools

  More Information

  This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

  About Us

  In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

  Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

  Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

  EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

  If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

  Job Info

  • Job Identification 7565
  • Job Category Manufacturing Shop
  • Posting Date 07/29/2026, 04:24 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Job Shift 1st Shift
  • Locations 8967 Pleasantwood Ave. NW, North Canton, OH, 44720, US