Assembler

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world. This Assembler position is located at Astec’s Yankton, South Dakota site formerly known as Kolberg-Pioneer.

About this Assembler Position

The Assembler, under the direction of the Assembly Department Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Leader, will safely perform a variety of tasks to correctly assemble, fit, and join components in the production process of heavy and large mechanical products, per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule, and making independent decisions with minimal direct supervision when given appropriate instructions.

****Currently offering overtime paid at a great rate!***

Key Activities & Responsibilities of this Assembler Position

• Assembles component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies
• Accurately follows documents, such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Use and understand assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and part lists
• Uses various hand tools, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks
• Operates overhead cranes and forklifts to move parts and materials in and out of work area and to assemble large components
• Performs minor adjustments, repairs, or setups to equipment or machines under supervision
• Perform all required job functions in a safe manner consistent with plant safety standards and report any problems immediately to the team leader or Department Supervisor.

Skills and Experience Required to be a successful Assembler

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Relevant trade school or college course work desired.
• Ability to correctly use and read a tape measure.
• Ability to correctly read and use a blueprint.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.
• Able to operate overhead cranes and forklifts preferred.
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files.
• Ability to sufficiently carry out detailed and written and/or oral instructions.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.

Assembler Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Starting Wages!
• Great Shift Differentials!
• Improved Sign-On Bonus!
• Benefits Start on Day 1
• Earn Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Assembler Work Schedule

• Monday – Thursday: 2:55 P.M. to 1:30 A.M.
  1. No Work Friday, Saturday, or Sunday unless working overtime.

****Currently offering overtime paid at a great rate!***