Assembler / Ensamblador

What You’ll Do

• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting trailer production through hands-on assembly tasks while following safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Perform assembly work across various stages of the trailer-building process.
• Operate a wide range of hand and power tools, including drills, hammers, needle guns, caulk guns, rivet guns, impact wrenches, huck guns, routers, grinders, and tape measures.
• Prepare metal and other surfaces by cleaning components and applying solvents as required.
• Apply caulk to required trailer seams and joints to meet quality and sealing standards.
• Position, align, and fasten parts using bolts, screws, rivets, and other fasteners.
• Assemble sub-assemblies such as brake hoses, light boxes, axles, air brake systems, nose boxes, wiring harnesses, doors, walls, wheels, and tire-rim components.
• Drill through aluminum, steel, and wood materials according to specifications.
• Follow work instructions, process sheets, and company procedures consistently.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Meet productivity, quality, and accuracy standards on a consistent basis.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support line flow and production goals.
• Maintain dependable attendance and work scheduled hours, including mandatory overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational needs.

What You Bring

• Education & Certifications: No formal education required, No licenses or certifications required.
• Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively.
  • Comfort working at a steady production pace in a manufacturing environment.
  • Read and understand blueprints, tape measures, and basic work instructions.
  • Basic math skills, including measurements and fractions.
  • Willingness to learn new tasks, tools, and processes.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and accountability for quality of work.
  • Willingness to follow safety rules, instructions, and company policies.
• Core Competencies:
  • Reasoning and understanding work instructions.
  • Reading and interpreting basic drawings.
  • Measuring and layout accuracy.
  • Decision making and problem identification.
  • Communication and teamwork.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

• This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Accommodations will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with business needs, medical restrictions, and job requirements.
• Additional details are outlined in the Assembly Physical Demands Checklist.
• Tools & Equipment Used:
  • Hand and power tools including drills, grinders, rivet guns, impact wrenches, routers, huck guns, and pneumatic equipment.
  • Drill presses, table saws, and other shop equipment.
• Required PPE including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and other safety equipment as needed.

Why This Role Matters

• Assembler I positions form the backbone of our manufacturing operations.
• The quality, accuracy, and care you bring to your work directly impact the safety, durability, and performance of our trailers.
• For individuals interested in building hands-on skills, contributing to a team, and growing within manufacturing, Assembler I offers a strong starting point with long-term opportunity at Stoughton Trailers.