Mechanical Assembler

The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.

GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of Preferred vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:

• Electric
• Gas
• Telephone Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Defense
• Banking/Financial,
• Information Technology
• Healthcare/Pharmaceutical

Job Summary

• Assembles fabricated parts at floor stations and performs testing and calibration of parts and mechanisms to ensure they meet required tolerances and product specifications.

• Uses hand and power tools to assemble units according to established procedures.

• Identifies components that fail testing or tolerance requirements and performs repairs as needed.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and test components and finished products in accordance with engineering and product specifications.

• Inspect products to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair units that do not meet tolerance or testing requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.

• Accurately document production activity and maintain required records.

 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in the assigned specialty area.

• Typically requires 2–4 years of experience in the field or a related area.

• Working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.

• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines.

• Works under immediate supervision with limited need for independent judgment.

• Reports to a supervisor or manager.

 

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

 

• Lifting in excess of 30 pounds and/or frequent repetitive lifting may be required.

• Exposure to machinery, chemicals, biological materials, or other physical risks is anticipated.

 

Q\A

• Assembly & Technical Skills

• Can you walk me through your experience assembling mechanical or fabricated parts and using hand or power tools?

• What types of products or components have you worked on?

• What this assesses: hands-on assembly experience, tool familiarity, and comfort with production work.

 

Quality & Attention to Detail

• Tell me about a time you identified a part or assembly that did not meet specifications or tolerance.

• What steps did you take to correct the issue?

 

What this assesses:

• quality control mindset, ability to follow specifications, and problem-solving at a basic level.

• Safety, Reliability & Work Ethic

• This role involves repetitive work, lifting over 30 pounds, and following strict safety procedures. 

• How do you ensure you work safely and consistently in a fast-paced production environment?

 

What this assesses: 

• safety awareness, physical readiness, and reliability.

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.