Assembly & Test Technician in Traverse City, Michigan at Texas Hydraulics Inc

ASSEMBLY & TEST TECHNICIAN

Why Join Oilgear

As a leader in high-performance hydraulic solutions, The Oilgear Company offers a collaborative environment where innovation, efficiency, and reliability drive every decision. We empower employees with ownership of their work and support ongoing growth through professional development and continuous improvement.

Job Summary:
This position requires performing a wide variety of assembly and test operations safely and efficiently while maintaining production standards. Responsible for preparation and cleaning of project components, and the assembly of new projects and projects in need of repair. Set up and test valves or pumps under pressure, record data in the computer program, and prepare completed units for shipment.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform testing and assembly tasks as instructed by Shop Leads or Operations Manager
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Perform diversified assembly and test operations to assemble highly intricate and/or large and expensive precision apparatus, machines and equipment having critical tolerances and strict inspection/testing requirements.
• Aid in the planning of assembling and testing procedures; instruct and check work of Assemblers of lower classification and General Laborers.
• Complete skilled fitting, aligning, adjusting and secondary machining of product.
• Perform complex testing procedures of sub-assemblies and units.
• Work from complicated assembly drawings and specifications.
• Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and gauging devices.
• Completed assemblies are subject to inspection and test.
• Perform light preventative maintenance and housekeeping duties for areas and equipment in assigned work center.
• Set-up and operate without assistance test stand equipment for all products in grade
• Produce quality assemblies and attain a working knowledge of possible defects or malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Fully understand and comprehend the assembly of sub-assemblies, the final assembly and testing of so that the engineering performance specifications are satisfied in all areas.
• Maintain or exceed the approved rate of production.
• Maintain acceptable attendance record, acceptable overall work record, and purchase the required tools for the classification.
• Complete training in all production areas.
• Complete paperwork and records in a timely manner.
• Support inventory accuracy.
• Maintain clear communication with next shift.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions per established processes.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per P.M. charts.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervision or Management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of precision test equipment, measuring instruments and gauging devices.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform inspection and testing, and adhere to production and quality standards and drawing specification of final and sub-assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to trouble shoot quality, product, or production issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Requires a moderate degree of skill and assembling technique.
• Experience and knowledge of basic mechanical principles, testing procedures, basic hydraulics.
• High School Diploma or GED, with above average mechanical ability.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow processes, procedures and policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervision, and management.
• Must be able to meet physical demands, with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional hospital, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Safety shoe reimbursement program
• Safety glasses reimbursement program
• Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Statement

The Oilgear Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Oilgear Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. Applicants or employees requiring accommodation may contact Human Resources.

Employment Status Statement

Employment with The Oilgear Company is at-will. This means that either the employee or The Oilgear Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Nothing in this job description or any other Company document should be interpreted as a contract of employment, an offer of continued employment, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration.