Mechanical Assembler

Gorbel's mission is simple: We improve people's lives.


That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes - and we're looking for people like you to join us in that mission.


We're currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.


Work Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description:

The Mechanical Assembler performs mechanical assembly of non-electrical components.

Responsibilities:

• Complete assembly of mechanical components in a safe and appropriate manner
• Maintain the inventory accuracy of mechanical components and hardware
• Assemble and mount mechanical and subassembly components onto structures by following work instructions
• Plan and carry out assembly work from drawings, pick lists, and bills of materials
• Carry out mechanical assembly - build new, troubleshoot, repair, or modify units.
• Prioritize work orders to meet material delivery dates
• All other duties as requested by management

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of mechanical assembly experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic hand tools and some powered equipment
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to read a blueprint
• Ability to use hand tools requiring dexterity
• Ability to communicate with the factory supervisor effectively
• Must be able to communicate effectively with factory supervision

Work Environment:
ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace Requirements

• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand (75%); walk (20%); stoop, kneel, or crouch (5%), as required.
• Able to climb a portable ladder
• Able to wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout the shift.
• Able to wear hearing protectors (earplugs) throughout the shift while working in an environment with moderate noise levels.

Gorbel® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Gorbel® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job-related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Gorbel, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is:


Mechanical Assembler I: Min $17.00 - Max $23.63

Mechanical Assembler II: Min $17.59 - Max $26.39

Mechanical Assembler III: Min $19.74 - Max $29.62

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