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Mechanical Assembler in West Des Moines

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Job Description:

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  • Mechanical Assembler I is an entry level position. The purpose for an operator at this level is to gain a basic understanding of deburring and air grinding operations.
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  • Operators must obtain a basic level knowledge in order to deburr and clean parts in a manner necessary to produce precision parts with direct supervision by a more senior Mechanical Assembler with Deburring Certification (level II or above).
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  • Follows established standard work under general supervision in efforts to obtain certification within 120 days.
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  • The operator will typically refer problems or deviations to more experiences operators including Lead Technicians, Supervisors, or engineers.
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  • Responsibilities:
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  • Learn how to maintain and operate deburring tools.
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  • Learn how to read blueprints in order to verify work was completed properly.
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  • Accurately complete production documentation and performs necessary labor transactions.
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  • Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position.
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  • Actively participates in the Continuous Improvement process as well as safety related activities
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  • Works under immediate supervision. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
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  • Develops basic job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
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  • Tasks are routine/ repetitive in nature, requiring limited judgment. Has little or no role in decision-making.
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  • Operates hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment and light equipment.
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  • Over 40 hours is required as scheduled to meet business needs.
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  • All other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.
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  • Willingness to work nonstandard hours
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  • Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need
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  • Working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business
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  • Ability to learn how to read and understand prints
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  • Basic computer proficiency (e-mail, print documents, internet) and ability to learn how to operate a computer to access prints and/or specified work instructions.
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  • Basic shop math including knowledge of Geometric Tolerances
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  • Basic proficiency with identifying, analyzing and resolving problems
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  • Ability to learn the various inspection tools needed for the job
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  • Ability to learn the tools (ball burr, flame bit etc.) needed for each job
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  • Ability to learn and understand deburring operations
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  • Ability to learn basics of the position within first 3 months of employment
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  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management
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  • Education:
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  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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Mechanical Assembler in West Des Moines

West Des Moines, IA
Full time

Published on 09/16/2026

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