Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Winona, MN
Pay: $17.00–$22.00 per hour (DOE)
Shift: First Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time

Build Products That Matter at Thern.

At Thern, we’re looking for people who take pride in building things the right way—not just fast, but right.

Our ideal Mechanical Assembler enjoys hands-on work, pays attention to detail, and takes ownership of the quality of what leaves their bench. You’re dependable, focused, and comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, but you never sacrifice craftsmanship for speed. You understand that how something is built matters just as much as getting it out the door.

In this role, you’ll assemble, test, and inspect power winches, reducers, and rigging equipment used in demanding environments such as mines, construction sites, barge operations, and theaters. The work you do directly impacts the safety and success of our customers, which is why accuracy, teamwork, and accountability are essential.

At Thern, Inc., we’ve spent more than 75 years building lifting and positioning equipment customers trust. We do that by hiring people who get stuff done, pursue excellence, look out for one another, and always do the right thing. If you want a role where your skills are valued and your work truly matters, you’ll fit in well here.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assemble products according to blueprints, ensuring parts and subassemblies are manufactured correctly and fit properly during final assembly.
• Assemble and set gears, square fitments, press seals and bearings, set gear brakes, tap threads, inspect seals, and check for oil leaks.
• Perform basic electrical wiring. Pneumatic experience is a plus.
• Troubleshoot mechanical assembly issues independently and as part of a team.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools to assemble products safely and efficiently.
• Measure, test, and inspect finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards.
• Manage inventory by labeling, locating, picking, and delivering parts while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Cross-train in other departments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two to four years of related mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift.

Why Join Thern?

Competitive Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Free healthcare options through local clinic partnerships
• Employee Assistance Program

Flexibility:

At Thern, we value work-life balance while maintaining accountability to set schedules. Our leadership team fosters a flexible work environment, working collaboratively with employees to accommodate personal commitments when changes are needed while keeping productivity and business goals on track.

Empowerment & Innovation:

Employees at Thern are encouraged to share ideas for process improvements and collaborate with team leads to enhance efficiency. Employee input plays a key role in continuously improving our operations and delivering high-quality products to our customers.

If you’re dependable, mechanically inclined, and committed to producing exceptional work, Thern offers a career where your craftsmanship truly matters.

Thern, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law