Mechanical Assembler

Industrial Assembler

We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Assembler to join our team. This role involves working in a clean shop environment for over 50 hours a week, starting at 5 AM. The position requires learning the assembly and build processes from start to finish across various departments. A strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read a tape measure are essential for performing basic tasks. Placement in specific departments will depend on your skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly by assembling components into cabinets according to drawings or pictures.
• Connect wires in panels, following directions for point-to-point wiring and installing wire harnesses.
• Retrofit control panels to customer specifications using hand tools and small equipment.
• Install wire channels according to pictures, ensuring proper placement and clipping.
• Install wires according to diagrams, placing numbered wires into corresponding numbers.
• Add buss bars to control panels using forklifts or other machines for heavier materials.
• Install additional hardware and apply stickers, labels, and safety signs to control panel doors.
• Participate in mechanical assembly of systems and subsystems, with a focus on pipe fitting for heating and cooling systems.
• Measure, cut, bend, and thread pipes as required.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to perform repetitive labor duties and stand for the entire shift.
• Aptitude for training and willingness to learn on the job.
• Desire to advance in the role and take initiative.
• Basic math skills, including adding and subtracting fractions.
• Experience with power tools, saws, hand tools, and screw guns.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Brazing and soldering skills are a plus (training available).
• Experience in automotive mechanics, metal fabrication, HVAC, carpentry, industrial painting, sandblasting, powder coating, masonry, panel building, wire assembly, and plumbing is beneficial.
• Preferred candidates will have some shop or manufacturing experience, ideally in a heavy industrial manufacturing plant.
• Technical schooling or training is also considered valuable.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a range of benefits including paid vacation, holiday pay, health and vision benefits, dental coverage with 100% semi-annual cleanings, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for employees. We offer a 401K plan, company-sponsored profit sharing, and a temperature-controlled work environment. Benefit from 75% tuition reimbursement for yourself and immediate family members, production bonuses, and a profit-sharing plan that could yield an $8-15K bonus annually.

Work Environment

Join a state-of-the-art, fast-paced manufacturing facility with approximately 200 employees in the department. The dress code requires work boots and attire, with work shirts provided after a few weeks. Our organization is structured to provide localized manufacturing, engineering, service, and support globally through 40 full-service companies, offering 50 individual product lines across 10 global brands. We pride ourselves on superior and consistent product performance, supported by a highly developed technology transfer and manufacturing system.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.