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1st Shift Mechanical Assembly Technician

MTS Systems Corporation
Prairie, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026
Job Description

14000 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

Full-time

Smart people.

Smart ideas.

Smart choice.

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people’s lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what’s possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials — this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it’s a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you’ll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You’ll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

Primary Objective

Assemble MTS hydro-mechanical subsystems

Major Areas Of Accountability

Assembles hydro-mechanical subsystems according to engineering blueprints and specifications, bills of materials and manufacturing process documentation.

  • Meets standards for quality, efficiency, and schedule.
  • Interprets engineering documents to determine results and processes.
  • Ability to use hand tools, specialized tooling, and basic measuring equipment.

Troubleshoots and repairs new and customer hydro-mechanical subsystems.

  • Disassembles and diagnose problems.
  • Develops solutions and resolves performance issues.

Collaborates to maintain accuracy of documents and records per MTS policies.

  • Initiates modifications and/or improvements to engineering and manufacturing documentation.
  • Actively and accurately executes non-conforming materials process.

Participates in process and quality improvement activities.

  • Exhibits professionalism on the job at MTS.
  • Behaves in a respectful manner toward coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers.
  • Communicates effectively with coworkers, engineers, supervisors, and customers.

Maintains and actively develops skills assembling & testing MTS products and industry technology.

  • Participates in required training.
  • Provides training (as appropriate for salary grade).

Minimum Qualifications

  • Two year certification from college or trade school or military training in an applicable discipline (mechanics, hydraulics, electronics) or Four years applicable experience in an applicable environment.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation Information

$23.70 - $28.75 commensurate with experience and qualifications

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $24 - $29

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