SKILLED - Machine Assembler III

QPS Employment Group; Goerke's Corners (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group has a great Machine Assembler III position available in Wisconsin. The role supports assembly, checkout, testing, and startup of industrial machinery on 1st and 2nd shifts as a direct hire.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience reading blueprints, troubleshooting, and using ERP systems, with travel to customer sites as needed. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical certification in machining, manufacturing technology, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Five years of experience assembling complex industrial machinery or automated systems preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with ERP systems for tracking labor hours, production orders, inventory, and shortages.
• Ability to navigate engineering databases and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to report labor hours and production information using company software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, and safety procedures.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and written communication.
• Ability to communicate technical information to cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Support machine checkout, testing, and startup activities.
• Build subassemblies and complete machines per engineering specs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly or design issues with engineers.
• Update and maintain machine checkout and inspection documentation.
• Travel to customer locations for installation and startup support.
• Mentor Assemblers I and II on procedures and troubleshooting.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Technical communication

Geometric reasoning

Reading engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical machining certification

Tools

ERP systems

Engineering databases

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Position Title: Machine Assembler III Salary: $52,000-$76,960 per year Shift: 1st, 2nd Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm; 2:30pm-10:30pm

QPS Employment Group has a great Machine Assembler III position available at a company in Waukesha, WI. This is a 1st and 2nd shift direct hire position.

Machine Assembler III Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Support machine checkout, testing, and startup activities as needed.
• Build subassemblies and complete machines according to engineering specifications and production schedules.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve assembly or design-related issues.
• Perform all responsibilities associated with the Machine Assembler II role.
• Update and maintain machine checkout and inspection documentation as required.
• Assist with testing customer products and materials during startup activities.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering, project management, and production teams.
• Recommend process improvements and solutions to resolve technical issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems during assembly, checkout, and startup.
• Implement approved modifications and corrections and document changes through established engineering change processes.
• Perform quality inspections of components and completed assemblies.
• Complete and sign off on quality and machine inspection checklists.
• Provide technical support during machine installation and commissioning activities.
• Travel to customer locations, when required, to assist with equipment installation, startup troubleshooting, and support.
• Mentor, coach, and train Assemblers I and II on assembly procedures, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.

Machine Assembler III Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification in machining, manufacturing technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Five years of experience assembling complex industrial machinery, equipment, or automated systems preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with ERP systems for tracking labor hours, production orders, inventory, and material shortages.
• Ability to navigate engineering databases and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to accurately report labor hours and production information using company software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, technical manuals, safety procedures, and operating instructions.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and written communication.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to employees, customers, and cross‑functional teams.
• Working knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and measurement principles.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in manufacturing and assembly applications.
• Ability to accurately use precision measuring instruments and perform dimensional calculations.
• Ability to identify problems, gather data, analyze information, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to interpret complex technical instructions presented in written, mathematical, or diagrammatic formats.
• Ability to manage multiple variables and troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
• Regular use of hands, fingers, and arms to handle, assemble, adjust, and inspect components.
• Frequent standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching.
• Occasional walking, sitting, climbing, and balancing.
• Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Domestic and international travel may be required for up to 25% of working time.

IND999 About us

QPS Employment Group is a full‑service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.