Technical Assembler

Steelwrist; Connecticut; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

3 weeks vacation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Product training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Steelwrist is seeking a driven Technical Assembler in Newington, Connecticut to grow our U.S. manufacturing operations.

You will mechanically and hydraulically assemble Steelwrist products per drawings, quality requirements, and build a foundation for scalable production in North America. You will work with hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and other equipment, perform ongoing inspections, and help drive continuous improvement and digitization of processes in a fast-paced, collaborative

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical assembly or related technical field.
• Ability to read technical drawings and exploded-view diagrams.
• Experience with mechanical and hydraulic assembly is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Steelwrist products mechanically and hydraulically per drawings and quality standards.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools safely and correctly.
• Perform inspections and quality checks during assembly.
• Identify and help resolve assembly, quality, or material issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement and digitization initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Team player

Continuous improvement

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Torque tools

Job description

Steelwrist is a growing global manufacturer of industry-leading tiltrotators, quick couplers, and work tools for excavators. As our North American business continues to expand, we are increasing local production in Newington, Connecticut, and are looking for a driven Technical Assembler who wants to grow with us and help develop our U.S. manufacturing operation for the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and hydraulic assembly of Steelwrist products according to drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and other assembly equipment safely and correctly.
• Perform inspections and quality checks throughout the assembly process.
• Identify and help resolve assembly, quality, or material issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement and support the development of more efficient, standardized, and digital ways of working.

Who You Are

We believe personality and attitude are just as important as technical experience. We are looking for someone who:

• Is mechanically inclined and enjoys working with technical products.
• Works efficiently without compromising quality.
• Takes ownership, solves problems, and looks for better ways of working.
• Is a team player who is open, dependable, and willing to help where needed.
• Enjoys learning new products, processes, and technology.

Your Background

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Experience with mechanical and hydraulic assembly.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and exploded-view diagrams.
• Experience with industrial equipment, construction equipment, Lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement is a plus.

Our Culture

At Steelwrist, we value simplicity, responsiveness, and speed. We are a results-driven team that also believes in having fun while achieving success.

We value people who take initiative, help each other, speak openly, and bring forward new ideas. If you enjoy solving technical challenges and want to grow together with a rapidly expanding global company, you’ll fit right in.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay and 401(k) match
• 3 weeks vacation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Product training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities
• A collaborative team culture
• An environment that encourages open discussion and new ideas