Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Assembler

Position Summary

OPEX Corporation is seeking a full-time Mechanical Assembler to join our manufacturing team at our World Headquarters in Moorestown, NJ.

This position is responsible for assembling and building industry-leading mail automation equipment using assembly drawings, hand tools, and power tools. We are looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who take pride in producing quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Due to business needs and production demands, overtime and weekend work may be required.

If you are reliable, detail-oriented, mechanically skilled, and enjoy working as part of a team, OPEX may be the right place for you to grow your career.

Essential Responsibilities

- Read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
- Assemble and build mail automation equipment according to engineering specifications.
- Use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
- Identify and install mechanical components including bearings, pulleys, springs, gears, and related hardware.
- Perform quality checks to ensure assemblies meet required specifications and standards.
- Follow established safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Work independently and collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
- Support additional production and assembly activities as assigned.

Qualifications

- Previous experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, production, automotive repair, construction, military maintenance, or a related hands-on field.
- Experience using hand tools and power tools.
- Experience reading assembly drawings, blueprints, or schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot minor mechanical assembly issues.
- Technical school, vocational training, or related mechanical training.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with mechanical components and assemblies.
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, or mechanical instructions.
- Ability to recognize common machine components, including pulleys, bearings, springs, and gears.
- Ability to identify and work with hardware such as screws, bolts, nuts, washers, and snap rings.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

- Work is performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
- Ability to maneuver throughout the work area, including confined spaces around equipment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods as required.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to reach overhead and forward while assembling equipment.
- Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.

Hourly rate $17-20, based on experience.