Assembler

AssemblerWe are looking for a dedicated assembler to join our team. The role involves assembling components and attachments, following detailed instructions, and utilizing hand and power tools. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail and be capable of standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items. Additional duties include visual inspection of parts prior to assembly, preparation of jobs, checking part availability on computers, obtaining parts from inventory, and using assembly tooling designed for assigned cells.ResponsibilitiesAssemble sub-assemblies and finished goods using specified work instructions.Apply Loctite, grease, epoxy, and other materials as required.Follow special handling instructions for product assembly.Thoroughly clean and prepare product surfaces for labeling using acetone.Apply proper labeling to finished products.Maintain and clean the work area, including trash removal and cleaning surfaces.Rework failed products as necessary.Essential SkillsExperience with hand and power tools.Strong attention to detail.Ability to lift 50+ lbs.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in assembly and manufacturing environments.Mechanical assembly and production experience.Ability to stand for 8+ hours.Why Work Here?Join a dynamic team where you can make a difference in the lives of first responders. We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, a 401K plan, and profit sharing. Enjoy paid breaks, referral and retention bonuses, and free uniforms upon conversion. Our partnership with an off-site clinic ensures your health needs are covered. We value upward mobility and provide vacation time at hire. Come grow with us!Work EnvironmentOur facility manufactures crucial connections and attachments for first responders, along with monitors for fire trucks to filter out carcinogens. The environment is clean and well-organized, though not temperature controlled, so it can be warm in the summer and cold in the winter. Employees can wear knee-length shorts. Safety toe shoes are required, and training is provided. The work hours are flexible with mandatory overtime and optional weekend shifts.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valparaiso, IN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso,IN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.