Job Title: Mechanical Assembler
Location: Alexandria, MN
Compensation: $20.00-$29.00 per hour – paid weekly
Schedule: Day shift | Monday-Friday
Job Type: Temp | Full-time
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Mechanical Assemblers for a leading packaging machinery manufacturing company in Alexandria, MN. In this role, you'll help build and assemble innovative automated machinery while working closely with engineering, production, and customer teams. If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, troubleshooting equipment, and building complex machines, this could be a great career opportunity. Read below for more information!
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What You'll Do as a Mechanical Assembler:- Perform mechanical, pneumatic, and some electrical assembly operations on packaging machinery
- Read and interpret assembly drawings while adhering to customer specifications and quality standards
- Fit, align, and adjust machine components to ensure proper machine operation
- Install and maintain mechanical systems including lube lines, gearboxes, motors, chains, sprockets, and drive lines
- Assist with machine testing, final adjustments, and checkout processes
- Support customer installation, startup, and training activities for machinery and systems
- Become forklift certified and safely operate equipment as needed
What You Need to Bring to the Mechanical Assembler Role:- 2-year technical degree and 2-4 years of mechanical assembly experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to develop electrical skills
- Proven mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to read and follow assembly drawings and technical documentation
- Professional communication skills with a positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Leadership potential and ability to motivate and collaborate with others
- Strong organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills
Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
Enjoy
weekly pay, access to
health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and
temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a
family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Apply?
Click "Apply Now" to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Mechanical Assembler job, contact our Alexandria office at 320-763-3121.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at Doherty Employee Benefits.