Electrical/Mechanical Assembler - Rockford, IL - $18-28/hour

Roper Whitney

Entry-level $37.4k - $58.2k YEARLY Rockford, IL, US

Posted 5 days ago

Job summary

Join Roper Whitney's electrical/mechanical assembly team building high-quality machines. Lead the assembly of equipment and subassemblies using precision tools for exceptional production standards. With over a century of experience, Roper Whitney offers a $500 sign-on bonus and opportunities for career advancement. Apply now for a hands-on role in a supportive team environment!

Role details
Role
Full-time
Industry
Manufacturing And Production
Employment
Full Time
Experience
1 Years +
Education
High School Diploma
Responsibilities
  • Assemble machines, equipment, and subassemblies following specifications
  • Clean parts using hand files or portable grinders
  • Align components and secure them using hand or powered tools
  • Wire machines according to schematics
  • Test electrical circuits
  • Install and test moving parts
  • Troubleshoot customer problems
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1 - 3 years practical trades training
  • Basic knowledge of wiring
  • Ability to use shop mathematics
  • Ability to read drawings or blueprints
Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • $500 sign-on bonus
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Supportive team environment
Key skills
Assembly Precision Tools Wiring Electrical Circuits Hand Tools Shop Mathematics Blueprints Measuring Instruments Mechanical Skills
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    Roper Whitney of Rockford, IL has been producing quality tools and equipment that have been changing the shape of sheet metal since 1910\. Behind our extensive history and expansive range of products stands our employees, keeping the gears turning and wheels rolling from the shop to the desk.
    We value our employees, continuously strive to make our company a great place to work, and believe in taking care of our team. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. From competitive pay to career advancement opportunities, we’re committed to helping you thrive in every aspect of your career.
    Our currently available positions are listed below. If you are looking for a career with Roper Whitney, please email your resume to [email protected]. A $500 sign\-on bonus is available for all positions.

    Electrical/Mechanical Assembler 1st Shift

    Pay Range: $18\.00 – $28\.00 per hour
    PURPOSE/FUNCTION/SUMMARY (TRAINING NEEDS)
    Assembles machines, equipment and their subassemblies following established processes and work instructions using hand tools and other precision tools.
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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    Assembles machines, equipment and subassemblies such as punch presses, bending brakes, shears, notchers, kick presses, and roll formers, following specifications and rising knowledge gained by experience.
     Removes small quantities of metal, using hand files, or portable grinders to clean parts or to produce close fit between the parts.
    Aligns components and bolts or can rivet them together, using hand tools, or portable powered tools.
     Wires machines in accordance with wiring schematics.
    Test electrical circuits to ensure proper operation.
     May install moving parts, such as shafts, levers or bearings and manually works them to test for free movement of the parts.
    Occasionally repair or rebuild machines.
     Prepares picks.
    Trouble shoots problems from customers.
     May assemble systems of gears by aligning and meshing gears in gearbox.
    May also test or assist in testing operation of the completed product.
     Provides assistance to co\-workers as needed, in the spirit of teamwork, with the goal of meeting or exceeding customer requirements.
    Supports and promotes a team environment.
     Meets or exceeds all production and quality standards.
    All other duties as assigned.
    MACHINE, EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED
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    Basic Shop Tools, Special fixturing, Precision Calibration Equipment, Air Tools, Dynafile, Vices, Shears, Hand Presses and electric meter. Employee may be required to purchase personal tools and measuring equipment required to perform job.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
    --------------------------------------------
     Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED.
    Equivalent to 1 – 3 years practical trades training.
     Experience/Skills: Requires the use of shop mathematics together with the use of drawings or blueprints, specifications, charts, tables, the use of precision measuring instruments and/or the use of some training generally applicable in a particular or specialized field.
    * Basic knowledge of wiring is required.