Assembly Technician (Cutter Assembly)

Assembly Technician (Cutter Assembly)

Location: Houston, Texas

About Inrock

Inrock is a leading provider of advanced drilling tools, equipment, and services for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. We specialize in developing, building and selling innovative reamers, pilot hole tools, and engineering solutions that help customers succeed in complex drilling environments. Our success is built on technical excellence, customer partnership, and continuous innovation.

Position Summary

Assemble cutters by fitting and fastening legs and cones per work instructions. Use hand/power tools and basic measuring equipment, complete required inspections and paperwork, and meet production expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble cutters by aligning and fastening legs and cones to specification.
• Use hand/power tools and torque tools; read job travelers and drawings to verify fit/alignment and perform in-process/final checks.
• Operate a bandsaw to cut material to length as needed; verify cut quality per instructions.
• Operate forklift/material-handling equipment as needed (company certification provided).
• Complete travelers/work orders and maintain traceability and quality records.
• Maintain an organized work area and follow safety and quality procedures; escalate nonconforming parts.
• Maintain good housekeeping/5S (clean spills promptly, keep aisles clear, store parts and tools safely) to prevent slips, trips, and struck-by hazards.
• Must be able to work independently and with a small team in developing improved work processes for the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical assembly experience preferred; ability to read drawings and follow job travelers/work instructions.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and detail oriented.
• Experience with hand/power tools and basic measurement; torque experience a plus.
• Forklift experience preferred; must be able to obtain and maintain company certification.
• Basic paperwork/computer skills and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Stand/walk/bend and use hands/arms for assembly tasks throughout the shift.

• Lift/move up to 50 lbs. (with assistance/lifting devices as required).
• Day shift with overtime as needed.
• Work performed in a shop/manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, oils/greases, and metal components; PPE required.
• Must be able to work independently.

Why Join Inrock

• Work with industry-leading drilling technologies and innovative engineering solutions.
• Contribute directly to high-impact projects in a specialized and growing sector.
• Be part of a collaborative team that values expertise, integrity, and customer success.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package. Generous benefits package includes life, health, dental, PTO, holidays, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan.


How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply online at for the Assembly Technician (Cutter Assembly) position, Job Req. ID# R0091506.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.