Assembly Mechanic

About the role

GCC is looking for candidates to join our 100% employee-owned company, providing motion control solutions for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrically powered applications. Our southeast division specializes in hydraulic solutions for the aerospace, machine tool, forestry, and marine industries. Assembly Mechanics are assigned to one of the following areas:

• Pneumatic Shop
• Hydraulic Shop
• Hose Shop
• Power Unit Shop
• Strut Shop
• Panel Shop

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and service customized mechanical, hydraulic, electro-mechanical/hydraulic, or electrical components
• Read and follow engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and technical specifications
• Manage workflow to maintain accordance with customer-required dates
• Perform general mechanical tasks, including basic welding, torch, grinding, painting, etc.
• Maintain records as required (assembly routers, quality, dimensional checks, testing, etc.)
• Properly control, store, maintain, and secure assets (inventory, tools, machinery consumables, etc.)
• Fabricate and install high-pressure tubing using standard fittings
• Maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of the shop area
• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment within the establishment such as test stands, saws, and paint booth
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and mechanical systems
• Disassemble machinery and repair or replace broken parts
• Dismantle, test, and analyze malfunctioning equipment, hand tools, and power tools to locate defects
• Clean and lubricate parts
• Monitor the functioning of installed equipment to detect hazards/problems and the potential need for adjustments, repairs, or replacement
• Support and participate in the organization's continual improvement program to conform to ISO 9001 requirements by complying with the Quality Policy and procedures and meeting QMS objectives
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Forklift license preferred
• Journeyman skilled craft training/apprenticeship certificate or combination of technical education and experience preferred
• Fluid Power Society Certification for mechanic or technician preferred

Experience:

• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Welding and spray booth painting experience (Military specifications and/or ABS standards preferred)
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment a plus

Skills

• Knowledge of electrical processes and procedures
• Assembling, testing, and servicing hydraulic components
• Ability to implement mechanical knowledge and skills
• Ability to read, write, and use general math applications in order to read schematics
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and basic electrical circuits
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic control systems schematics/blueprints
• Ability to use measuring instruments (i.e., torque wrenches, calipers, squares, scales, pressure and torque gauges, vibration sensing devices, temperature indicators, and measuring tape) to ensure components/systems are within required tolerance and specifications
• Full understanding of imperial and metric measuring systems
• Knowledge of PLCs (for troubleshooting and diagnostics) preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA safety procedures and policies preferred

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plans with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), allowing employees to own stock in the company without purchasing shares

Studies show that retirement account balances for ESOP companies are 2.5 times higher, and ESOP companies grow 2.5 times faster than those without employee ownership. Research also indicates that employee-owned companies excel in performance, employee benefits, and employee morale.