Mechanical Production Technician

Location: West Branch, IA

Shifts: 1st and 2nd shift available, full-time

About the role

Join our client’s production team as a hands-on Mechanical Production Technician! You’ll assemble and build the structural and mechanical components of wind turbines, follow engineering drawings, and ensure high safety and quality standards on the production floor. You’ll collaborate with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit large mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Follow detailed work instructions and technical drawings
• Align, torque, and install gearboxes, bearings, and shafts
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support team goals
• Collaborate with quality and engineering team members

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years in mechanical assembly or heavy manufacturing
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation
• Experience with overhead cranes and torque equipment
• Mechanical certifications or training a plus
• Willingness to work at heights and pass safety tests
• Strong commitment to teamwork and safety

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine
• Term life, whole life, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage
• Legal plan and short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• Transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plan