This is NOT a traditional assembly line position.
Candidates with hands-on experience in agricultural equipment, farm machinery, trailers, heavy equipment, or similar mechanical systems are encouraged to apply, even if their background does not include every preferred qualification listed. Walinga
USA values mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and experience working
with complex equipment.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team. As an Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for assembling various customer specific components and systems on agricultural bulk feed trailers including hydraulic systems, 12V electrical, and pneumatic components. Your experience in hand tools, power tools, and general mechanical aptitude will be crucial in ensuring the quality and functionality of our agricultural feed hopper trailers. No need to worry about prior professional experience; Walinga provides On-the-Job training!
We have recently expanded our operations in the Wayland area and are looking for skilled, motivated, and dependable people to join our growing family! We have multiple cookouts when the weather is nice for all of our employees, a wonderful holiday party in December and many employee appreciation events throughout the year. We work hard to keep our employees happy!
We have over an 80% retention rate of our employees, which says a lot about the company and culture we have at Walinga USA.
Check us out!
https://walinga.com/en/products/ete/bulk
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Duties:
- Perform assembly and installation of mechanical and electrical components according to engineering specifications
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments to assemble, adjust, and test components such as augers, junction boxes, hydraulic control valves and motors in addition to pneumatic air lines and valves
- Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
- Troubleshoot and repair any issues or malfunctions in the assembly process
- Collaborate with other team members to improve assembly processes and product quality
Experience:
- Prior experience in a field related to mechanical, maintenance, or similar is preferred
- Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments such as calipers
-Ability to fabricate components as needed
- Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and ability to read schematics
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
- Attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to stand, bend, twist and meet physical demands of job with or without accommodation
- Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds from the floor to waist.
Walinga USA is located 10 minutes north of Wayland, Michigan with easy access to 131 expressway.
Walinga USA is a leader in the worldwide Ag Industry for customized manufacturing of bulk feed trailers with additional locations in Iowa, Canada, and Australia. Walinga USA takes pride in quality craftsmanship and superb customer satisfaction. Our location in Wayland manufactures highly specialized trailers for hauling animal feed and grains. Each trailer is designed and built to meet individual customer specifications and exceed expectations.
Other Requirements: Must pass physical and drug screen.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS STATEMENT: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
It is the policy of Walinga USA Inc not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, race, sex, gender expression, parental or marital status, disability, national origin, religion, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week.
Experience:
· hydraulics: 1 year (Required)
· Pneumatics: 1 year (Required)
· 12-Volt Electrical: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person.
