Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description Mechanical Assembly Technician Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Technician Location: La Vista, NE Salary Compensation: $20.00-$30.00 per hour | $42,000-$63,000 annually (Salary commensurate with experience.) Work Location: On-Site Only (Not remote or hybrid) Job Type: Direct Hire Industry: Manufacturing Company Size: 100-500 million in annual revenue Keys to Job: 2-5 years electrical/mechanical assembly, wiring/color-coded connections, blueprint reading, measuring tools, drill press/cut-off saw use, soldering a plus, quality checks, 5S, and willingness to certify on forklift/overhead crane Position Overview This position builds industrial electro-mechanical reel products by assembling structural, mechanical, and electrical components according to production documentation, drawings, wiring instructions, and quality standards. The work requires pride in workmanship, careful attention to detail, and the ability to solve practical assembly problems in a team environment. The successful candidate will be self-directed, quality-minded, and comfortable using production tools, measurement devices, wiring instructions, and shop procedures to complete accurate assemblies. The role may also provide input to engineering, manufacturing, sales, or service teams when product, drawing, or customer-specific issues need clarification. Primary Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical, structural, and electrical components into finished reel products according to work orders, drawings, and instructions.
• Install wiring and connect color-coded wires following wiring specifications and production requirements.
• Operate shop tools and equipment such as cut-off saws, drill presses, hand tools, power tools, and assembly fixtures.
• Test, adjust, inspect, and verify electrical and mechanical assemblies for fit, function, and quality.
• Review diagrams, production orders, and customer requirements; escalate unclear or incorrect information to supervisors or engineering.
• Check the accuracy of information from engineering, sales, and manufacturing to help ensure the finished product meets customer expectations.
• Communicate corrections or changes so future builds are consistent and quality issues are not repeated.
• Support field service or start-up opportunities when needed and qualified.
• Maintain 5S, safety, quality, and environmental practices in the work area.

• High school diploma or GED required; related technical training or assembly experience preferred.
• Two to five years of electrical or mechanical assembly experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience operating cut-off saws, drill presses, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to use measurement devices and perform basic shop math with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Blueprint, drawing, wiring-document, or procedure-reading experience is a plus.
• Soldering e