Senior Mechanical Assembler: Lead, Inspect & Improve

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

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.