Assembler

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, complete basic pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical assemblies, following established assembly procedures and work instructions.

QED Environmental Systems, a Graco company, is located in Dexter, Michigan, just west of Ann Arbor. QED is the leading manufacturer of innovative environmental products. For over 30 years their expertise has included Pumping Systems, Landfill Products, and Air Strippers.

• Maintain accurate job punch time using company supplied system

• Build sub-assemblies, kits, and finished goods

• Retrieve and maintain inventory in work cell locations

• Clarify specifications by communicating with supervisor

• Box finished assemblies

• Clean up and organize work area daily

• Assist other employees as required

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Position Requirements

Essential

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Six (6) to twelve (12) months of related experience

• Basic mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic skills

• Some problem-solving skills

• Ability to read and follow blueprints, work instructions and manufacturing procedure numbers

• Experience using hand and power tools, and limited use of basic electronic test equipment

• Basic computer skills

Desirable

• Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical, Maintenance or related Technical Degree

Work Environment

• Factory environment

• Full-time

• Monday - Friday

• Overtime may be required

• Climate controlled

• Limited outside environment work required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

• Ability to push/pull

• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and turn

• In an 8-hr workday, must be able to sit 1 hr, stand 3 hrs, and walk 4 hrs

• Good hand/eye coordination

• Extensive periods of walking and/or standing

• Ability to withstand exposure to heat and cold

• Requires frequent repetitive elbow movements and simple grasping with both hands and occasional firm grasping and fine manipulation with both hands

• Correctable vision

QED Environmental Systems is an equal employment opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Updated September 01, 2023

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

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The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.