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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

The Assembly Mechanic safely performs a variety of tasks to correctly assemble, fit, and join components in the production process of heavy and large mechanical products, per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule. You'll use various hand tools, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete work tasks. 

Key Deliverables:

• Use tools properly to make or repair parts and products. 
• Collaborate with other line workers in order to assemble products. 
• Comply with all company and industry safety requirements. 
• Accurately documents, such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions. 
• Identify any defective items and handle them according to establish procedures. 
• Assembles component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies.
• Use and understand assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and part lists.
• Uses various hand tools, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks.
• Operates overhead cranes and forklifts to move parts and materials in and out of work area and to assemble large components.
• Performs minor adjustments, repairs, or setups to equipment or machines under supervision.
• Perform all required job functions in a safe manner consistent with plant safety standards and report any problems immediately to the team leader or Department Supervisor.
  

What We Need from You:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Read/understand job-related blueprints.
• Ability to read tape measure; candidate will complete a tape measure assessment.
• Willingness to train/work during hours outside of regularly scheduled core shift.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.
• Knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures required.
• Ability to correctly use and read a tape measure
• Ability to correctly read/understand job-related blueprints and drawings, required.
• Able to operate overhead cranes and forklifts preferred.
• Adept at problem-solving. 
• Ability to satisfactorily work alone with reasonable and appropriate instructions, training, and supervision, and ability to work with others respectfully and professionally in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and completely, expressing needs, and asking questions.
• Ability to sufficiently carry out detailed and written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to handle the demand that accompanies production standards and deadlines.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make subsequent adjustments, and willingness to rework incorrect tasks completed by oneself or others,
• Computer experience is desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files.
• Must be dependable, dedicated to completing work assignments correctly, and use time wisely.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At ASTEC, we value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that some highly qualified women may not apply for roles due to systemic barriers. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, and are committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.

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