Title: Generator/Mechanical Assembler
Location: Charlotte, NC
Tenure: Fulltime Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $27.88/hr.
About AVL Manufacturing
AVL Manufacturing is a global leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, specializing in the design and production of high-quality industrial and engineered systems. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and continuous improvement, AVL is expanding its manufacturing operations in Charlotte, NC, and is seeking skilled professionals who want to grow with a stable, long-term organization.
At AVL, the mantra “We Are One Team” is lived every day. Employees are valued for their hands-on expertise, commitment to safety, and their ability to contribute meaningfully to a collaborative and supportive manufacturing environment.
Arrow Workforce Solutions is the exclusive staffing partner supporting hiring for this role with AVL Manufacturing.
Job Summary:
The Mechanical Assembler's primary function is to build and assemble parts, pipe fitting, and enclosures. Handle, move, load, and unload material, mostly heavy metal, by hand or using a variety of material handling equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes in a high trafficking manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and product specifications, and understand tolerances to determine assembly operations.
- Rig, hoist, move, and align sub-assemblies and components to storage areas or within the worksite using overhead cranes and forklifts, using established safety precautions.
- Fit and assemble simple and complex parts to build heavy industrial machinery and equipment according to drawings and product specifications.
- Install major components such as tanks, louvers, dampers, large-scale frames, generators, insulation, soundproofing systems, and building panels using hand and power tools.
- Inspect, test, examine, and investigate parts, sub-assemblies, and finished products to ensure quality and detect irregularities and malfunctions.
- Assist with documentation control and following company policies.
- Handle, move, load, and unload products and materials by hand or using material handling equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, and tow motors, operating established safety precautions. (Material handling)
- Perform on-site installation, servicing, and repair for commissioning or warranty work on customer-finished products. (Service technician)
- Provide feedback on design improvements through communication with the Supervisor and assist in preparing Engineering Change Requests.
- Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed following the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and participate in regular safety talks. Perform a visual inspection of equipment, including cranes, forklifts, cutters, and other tools, to ensure they are in safe working condition.
- Mentor and assist junior production members and other employees.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in a heavy industrial equipment environment and mechanical assembly.
- Certificate in Crane and Forklift Operation.
- Previous experience working within an ISO9001 environment is preferred.
- Should be able to lift between 50-75lbs.
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Understand how this position impacts the quality of products and services our customers provide.
- Produce quality work (on-spec., on time, on a budget).
- Participate pro-actively in the continuous improvement process.
- Be self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task.
- Work well within a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Maintain a professional, clean and safe work area.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance