Assembler - Level 1

We are a staffing and recruiting company specializing in hiring for manufacturing and industrial roles across the country for contract or project roles, as well as contract-to-hire and permanent roles.

Position: Assembler - Level 1

Location: Freeport, IL

Duration: 6 months contract (with possibility to convert depending on performance)

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50/HR (Depending on shift)

Job Description:

• We are looking for a skilled Assembler to connect parts into more complex components.
• You will ensure all parts fit correctly and are suitable for the final product.
• You will use your hands or machines to do the job with greater precision.
• You must have good technical knowledge and possess great manual dexterity.
• The goal is to produce complex outputs by putting together smaller components.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to read instructions represented in manuals, drawings, schematics etc. and follow them with precision is extremely important.
• Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures
• Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process
• Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components
• Select or modify components according to measurements and specifications
• Align material and put together parts to build more complex units
• Check output to ensure highest quality
• Maintain equipment in good condition
• Keep records of production quantities and time
• Report on issues, malfunction or defective parts
• Assembles fabricated parts at floor stations.
• Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• Uses hand tools and power tools to assemble units according to product specifications.
• Identifies units that fail tests or tolerance levels and repairs as necessary.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A higher degree from a technical school will be appreciated
• 0-2 years of assembly experience

Skills:

• Proven experience as an assembler
• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings, etc.
• Ability in using tools (e.g., clamps) and machines (e.g. presses)
• Good understanding of quality control principles
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition

Additional Information

Shift: Mandatory Saturdays included

·        1st shift: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

·        2nd shift: 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm

·        3rd shift: 10:30 pm to 7:00 am

Pre-Employment Requirements:

·        Background check (7-year felony + sex offender registry check)

·        Drug test (10-panel lab test for recreational drugs & opiates)

·        Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19