Assembler

AssemblerJoin a specialized manufacturing team that designs and builds advanced palletizing and material handling equipment for the food, beverage, and chemical industries. As a Mechanical Assembler, you will interpret detailed mechanical and electrical documentation to assemble complex machinery, contribute to continuous improvement efforts, and help prepare equipment for shipment to well-known global brands.ResponsibilitiesUse machine drawings, assembly drawings, control schematics, and bills of materials to accurately build equipment according to specifications.Interpret blueprints and technical documentation to identify components, assembly sequences, and required materials.Perform structural assembly, mechanical drive assembly, fluid control assembly, guard and cover assembly, mechanical assembly, and simple electrical assembly using hand and power tools.Ensure all assembly work meets quality workmanship standards, including neatness, accuracy, and acceptable efficiency levels.Conduct quality assurance checks in accordance with established procedures and documentation (e.g., Blue Books).Provide accurate documentation of labor hours, material issues and returns, material movements, and material scrap reports.Follow established inventory reordering policies, including Kanban processes, to ensure adequate stock of parts and materials.Assist in the reduction and elimination of non-value-added work by identifying improvement opportunities in assembly processes.Prepare equipment for shipment, including machine teardown and safe handling of assembled systems.Collaborate with other assemblers in small teams to complete projects efficiently and safely.Work safely on platforms up to approximately 20 feet high and 70 feet long when required for assembly tasks.Essential SkillsAt least 1 year of mechanical assembly experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.Proficiency in mechanical assembly using hand tools and power tools, including Milwaukee tools.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, machine drawings, assembly drawings, and control schematics.Competence in using a tape measure and other basic measuring tools to ensure precise assembly.Experience performing structural assembly, mechanical drive assembly, fluid control assembly, guard and cover assembly, and simple electrical assembly.Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship, neatness, and accuracy.Ability to complete quality assurance checks following documented procedures.Basic documentation skills for recording labor, material usage, material movements, and scrap.Comfort working on elevated platforms and in a team-based assembly environment.Willingness to work overtime, including occasional involuntary overtime on Fridays or Saturdays, as communicated in advance.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience assembling equipment for food, beverage, or chemical industry applications.Familiarity with Kanban or similar inventory management and reordering systems.Ability to support large conveyor and palletizing system builds in coordination with related facilities.Strong problem-solving skills to address assembly issues and adapt to engineering changes.Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and share documentation accurately.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sun Prairie, WI.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.50 - $23.50/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 Sun Prairie, WI.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.