Location: Dracut, MA
Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking detail-oriented Mechanical Assemblers to join a manufacturing team in Dracut, MA. This position involves assembling precision mechanical and electromechanical equipment using hand tools, power tools, and technical drawings.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on mechanical assembly experience, preferably within a capital equipment or industrial manufacturing environment. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with mechanical components and building high-quality equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components, subassemblies, and finished equipment according to detailed instructions.
- Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, assembly drawings, and connection diagrams.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, drills, taps, calipers, squares, and levels to complete assembly tasks.
- Perform drilling, tapping, fastening, and mechanical adjustments as needed.
- Conduct basic testing and inspections to ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
- Rotate between workstations based on production needs.
- Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or quality concerns.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve assembly issues.
- Record production activities and work progress using computer systems as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow established manufacturing procedures, safety guidelines, and ESD requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1–3 years of mechanical or electromechanical assembly experience preferred.
- Experience assembling industrial machinery, capital equipment, or precision mechanical components strongly preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
- Hands-on experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Familiarity with drilling, tapping, and mechanical fastening techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Basic computer skills; experience with ERP/MRP systems is a plus.
- Ability to perform basic shop math.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Reliable, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive assembly tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing backshop environment.
- Willingness and ability to enter a cleanroom environment when required.
- Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment, machinery, and shop tools.
- Follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).