TECHNICIAN - ASSEMBLY

Align Prod; Decatur (IL); In loco; USD 36.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Align Prod is seeking an Assembly Technician in Decatur, IL to build custom industrial equipment from mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components. You will work from drawings and perform functional testing to ensure quality.

As part of the role, you will support startup and troubleshooting at customer sites, and travel overnight as required. Electrical assembly and control panel work may also be involved.

Competenze

• Proven hands-on experience as an Assembly Technician focusing on mechanical assembly.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Solid knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; ability to troubleshoot.

Mansioni

• Assemble mechanical components and sub-systems per drawings and standards.
• Install and configure hydraulic and pneumatic circuits with testing.
• Assist electrical assembly including wiring and control panel work as needed.

Conoscenze

Assembly experience

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Overnight travel

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Electrical schematics

Descrizione del lavoro

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TECHNICIAN - ASSEMBLY

100 PLANT ADMIN FULL TIME Decatur, IL, US

Salary Range: $26.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Assembly Technician

Mechanical, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Assembly

Location

Decatur, IL

Reports To

Travel

Overnight travel for field support is required

Position Summary

The Assembly Technician builds Align’s custom industrial equipment, with a primary focus on mechanical assembly and hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and supports electrical assembly as the build requires. Working from drawings and schematics, this role takes each machine from component assembly through functional testing, and supports startup and troubleshooting at customer sites. Because every machine is one of a kind, accuracy, attention to detail, and sound problem-solving are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Mechanical Assembly

• Assemble mechanical components and sub-systems for custom industrial machinery according to drawings, schematics, and build standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly of all components.

Hydraulics and Pneumatics

• Install, plumb, and configure hydraulic and pneumatic circuits so they operate reliably and without leaks.
• Perform functional testing of completed systems, and diagnose and correct hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical issues.

Electrical Assembly

• Assist with electrical assembly, including wiring, routing, bundling, and terminating to specification, and control panel assembly as needed.
• Read electrical schematics to support accurate wiring and troubleshooting.

Quality and Documentation

• Perform quality checks throughout the build and verify work against specifications before hand-off.
• Record as-built changes by entering redlines on drawings and schematics so engineering documents stay accurate.
• Document assembly progress, issues, and outcomes accurately and on time.

Collaboration and Field Support

• Work with engineering and design teams to resolve build challenges and recommend improvements.
• Travel overnight to customer sites for installation, startup, and field support.

Safety and Professional Development

• Follow all safety standards and best practices, and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Stay current on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical assembly practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven hands-on experience as an Assembly Technician, with a focus on mechanical assembly.
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including assembly and troubleshooting.
• Some hands-on electrical assembly experience, including wiring and reading electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety protocols for machinery assembly.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with clear communication and documentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel overnight.

Preferred

• Technical certification or degree in a mechanical, electrical, or industrial field.
• Control panel assembly and control wiring experience.
• PLC programming and AutoCAD experience.

Training Provided

Align provides forklift and overhead crane certification internally. No prior certification is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Stand for extended periods and handle heavy components using appropriate equipment and safe techniques.
• Work in a manufacturing plant environment, with overnight travel to customer sites as needed.