Manufacturing Assembly Technician, Trailer Production; Wayne, NE

A Day in This Role Picture this: your shift begins in our Wayne, NE facility—either bright and early on 1st shift (6:00am–4:30pm CST) or later on 2nd shift (4:00pm–2:30am CST), Monday through Thursday. You step onto a clean, organized production line where safety sets the pace. With guidance from a team leader or supervisor, you rotate through tasks that bring semi‑trailers to life—assembling components, installing parts, and ensuring every detail aligns with our standards.

Operate an array of handheld pneumatic and electric tools: drills; drivers for screws and other fasteners; riveters (pistol grip, pop riveters, mashers, and squeezers); impact wrenches; nut‑runners; saws; and grinders.

Work confidently with steel, aluminum, wood, fiberglass, composites, small fasteners and fittings, adhesives, and oil‑based products.

Stage and move materials using an overhead crane, forklift, hand/powered carts, or by hand.

Keep your station orderly, follow all safety and security procedures, and pitch in with other routine duties as needed.

What You Bring Comfort using pneumatic tools and a wide range of equipment.

Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.

Capacity to remember and switch among multiple tasks day to day while meeting or exceeding production expectations.

Attention to efficiency—seek cost savings, minimize scrap and waste, and use supplies wisely.

Understand that expected quantities can vary by process, customer specifications, volume, and location.

Trailer Builder must inspect his/her product as instructed by standard operating procedures.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in English.

No previous experience required—bring your aptitude to learn and we will train.

Physical and Work Environment Office and plant environment with tasks that include keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, and walking.

Stand and move on concrete for 8–12 hours; see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push, and pull.

Lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per 8–12 hour shift.

Maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.

Work in a constant state of alertness.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employer willmake reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.Schedule, Pay, and Perks Core schedule:
Monday–Thursday1st shift: 6:00am–4:30pm CST2nd shift: 4:00pm–2:30am CST Available overtime

Wages starting from $20.20/hour

Two weeks paid vacation

Why Great Dane Since 1900, Great Dane has been a transportation solutions leader—engineering durable, high‑quality trailers and truck bodies while building relationships that last. With 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers nationwide, we’re powered by people who thrive on challenge and craftsmanship.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and grounded in safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Here, every employee can learn, grow, and succeed in a collaborative environment.

Benefits Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions

Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

And more!

Equal Opportunity
*** Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer