Light Assembly Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

$1000 SIGN-ON BONUS OPPORTUNITY
Pay starts at $28-32/hr depending on experience
JOB SUMMARY
The Assembly Technician is responsible for the assembly, fitting, testing, and troubleshooting of high voltage/high pressured industrial homogenizers and related equipment. This role requires the ability to interpret engineering drawings, use precision measuring instruments, and safely assemble large mechanical components in a heavy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience working with high pressure pumps, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install and align mechanical components including pumps, valves, plungers, gearboxes, motors, and piping systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints, assembly drawings, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Perform mechanical inspections and verify component dimensions and tolerances.
• Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting of assembled equipment.
• Identify and resolve assembly issues while maintaining production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve assembly processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Some travel may be required for training and knowledge share.
• All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to read, write, and process all instructions, written or verbal.
• Ability to use or willingness to obtain certification for lifting and moving equipment, including overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, etc. as required.
• Must have a working knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing mechanical blueprints, drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot both individually and as a team.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Quality oriented mindset, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to complete all tasks in a safe and accurate manner.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and work order tracking.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and alter hours as business needs dictate.
• Successful quality performance.

• Demonstrate respect and positive attitude.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of torque specifications, mechanical alignment, and pressure testing.
• Experience with, and knowledge of, electrical wiring and high pressure vessels is preferred.
• Technical school certification or Associate degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Maintenance, or related field is preferred.
• Experience with cranes, hoists, and forklifts is preferred.

COMPETENCIES
Adaptability
Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
Aligning Performance for Success
Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.
Building a Successful Team
Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.
Building Trust
Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
Coaching and Developing Others
Providing feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities; planning and supporting the development of individual skills and responsibilities.
Communication
Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations; communicating in a focused and compelling way that drives others' thoughts and actions. Engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
Continuous Improvement
Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities; generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
Continuous Learning
Actively identifying new ideas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
Customer Focus
Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.
Delegating Responsibility
Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization's and individuals' effectiveness.
Facilitating Change
Encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Gaining Commitment
Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas and plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved.
Planning and Organizing
Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee often works near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Specific PPE is required within the cell.
Some travel may be required for this role.
SPX FLOW VALUES
SPX FLOW employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.
QUALITY
Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX FLOW's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to products, processes, and the quality systems. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
DISCLAIMER
SPX FLOW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.