Mechanical Assembler in Sturtevant, Wisconsin at Putzmeister

Putzmeister is a world-class leader in concrete pump manufacturing and support, known for innovation, reliability, and excellence. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job — you're becoming part of a global legacy that builds the future, one pour at a time.

Summary: Assembles small and medium-sized precision units or subassemblies involving a large number of parts; also larger units involving assembly or reassembly requiring less precision. Assembles parts noted in one or more of the following ways: the Bill of Material, electrical or hydraulic schematics, drawings, or photo stories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 Assembles and reassembles pre-fitted parts based on standardized requirements using a variety of hand tools, measurement devices and power tools.
 Fits and aligns parts to ensure free action of movable parts within operating requirements, including pumps, booms and belts.
 Installs some or all of the following components: electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical, meeting the Putzmeister standard of high quality.
 Performs one or more of the following: minor drilling, welding, and torching jobs.
 Completes documentation checklists.
 Ensures that all the components of the machine agree with the BOM.
 Assists other Assemblers and Lead People as required.
 Informs Supervisor and Lead People of problems including shortages and material or vendor quality issues.
 Tests installed components to ensure they are working properly and advises the Supervisor or Team Leader of any discrepancies.
 Assembles conveyor assembly and mounting after the truck comes back from the painting department, followed by the final stability test.
 Ensures that the work area is orderly, clean and safe on a daily basis.
 Maintains Putzmeister America’s high standards of quality.
 Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications:
 Demonstrated mechanical assembly skills.
 High standard of attention to detail.
 Able to read and understand some or all of the following: hydraulic drawings, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and photo stories.
 Experienced in the use of hydraulic presses and/or overhead cranes.
 Must supply personal set of basic tools.

Education/Certification/Training:
 High school diploma or GED.
 Previous experience in manufacturing helpful.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
 The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
 The noise level in this environment is frequently loud.
 Ability to continuously stand or walk; and the ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently.
 Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Company paid Hospital Indemnity/Accident Insurance
• HSA – incentives for company contributions
• FSA Plans
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paternity Leave
• 401K plan with company match
• Profit sharing
• Company events
• Education Reimbursement
• Boot Reimbursement