Machine Assembly Technician

Position Title: Machine Assembly Technician

Wage: $20.00-$22.00/hour

Shift: 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm)

Location: Waterloo, IA

Job Code: IND
099

• Assemble heavy industrial equipment and machine subassemblies using blueprints, assembly drawings, and work instructions
• Install mechanical components, including bearings, gears, shafts, motors, conveyors, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, presses, hoists, and overhead cranes to safely assemble and position equipment
• Measure and verify dimensions, tolerances, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges
• Perform mechanical adjustments, alignments, and functional testing to ensure equipment operates according to specifications
• Diagnose and correct assembly issues, complete rework, and support engineering changes as required
• Maintain accurate production records and complete quality documentation
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE usage, lockout/tagout practices, and safe material handling techniques

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods during assembly operations
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and machine components weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment used for heavier items
• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to climb ladders, platforms, or equipment structures when performing assembly and installation tasks
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, oils, lubricants, and varying temperatures while following safety procedures
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment, such as overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting devices as required

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