Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Assembler

Switcher Electric/APT | Lafayette, IN
$18–$20 per hour | Full-time | First shift
Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Training and tools provided

Build something you can take pride in.

Enjoy working with tools and seeing the results of your work? Join our Lafayette manufacturing team and help build switchgear, switchboards, and control panels that distribute and control electrical power.

You’ll assemble equipment enclosures and mechanical components in a clean, modern manufacturing facility. We provide on-the-job training, including how to read our mechanical drawings and follow assembly procedures.

You don’t need previous manufacturing experience to apply. We’re looking for dependable people who are comfortable using tools, willing to learn, and take pride in quality workmanship.

Pay and benefits

• $18–$21 per hour, based on experience and skills.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Performance-based profit-sharing bonus.
• Company-provided shop tools and on-the-job training.

Schedule

• First shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
• Overtime is available and may be required during busy production periods.
• Work is generally scheduled on weekdays, with occasional weekend hours based on production needs.

What you’ll do

• Assemble equipment enclosures and internal mechanical components using drawings and work instructions.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Check dimensions and component placement, with accuracy to 1/32 inch when required.
• Inspect parts and assemblies for quality and help resolve assembly issues.
• Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Work independently and with teammates to complete assigned manufacturing tasks.

What you’ll bring

• Comfort using common hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read a tape measure or ruler and take accurate measurements, including fractional-inch markings.
• Attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Willingness to learn how to read mechanical drawings and follow assembly instructions.
• Dependable attendance and the ability to work well with others.
• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and practical skills.

Previous assembly, fabrication, construction, wiring, or other hands-on experience is helpful, but manufacturing experience is not required.

Physical expectations

This is an active, hands-on manufacturing position. Tasks involve standing and moving throughout the workday, bending, reaching, using tools, and lifting or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Work location

In person at 1501 Veterans Memorial Pkwy E, Lafayette, IN 47905. Typical travel is less than 5%.

Apply through Indeed. Tell us about your hands-on skills—we’ll help you learn our equipment and assembly processes.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person