Assembler Mechanical with Electrical Trouble Shooting Skills

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Assembler Mechanical

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

EMPLOYER: SMS group

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

EFFECTIVE DATE: 12/16/2025

SUMMARY: The Assembler Mechanical role is a safety minded worker, who is an analytical thinker, with experience in a maintenance or mechanical role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
• Repair/ replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
• Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices.
• Reassembling equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Study blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment.
• Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.
• Safely operate cranes, & forklifts for loading and unloading equipment.
• Electrical troubleshooting

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• N/A

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years’ mechanical work experience
• Electrical troubleshooting experience
• Safety focused mind
• Problem solver
• Team player mindset
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate forklifts and cranes

COMPETENCIES:

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand.
• Continually required to walk.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather).
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Additional remarks regarding work environment:
  • Shop floor is not heat/AC controlled
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Able to drive a forklift, operate cranes, and ability to drive a semi is a plus.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.