Assembler, Elevator

Location: 

Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Requisition ID:  1504

Job Summary/Overview

The Assembler, Elevator performs all aspects of assembly and wiring of cubes and heat sink to include the review of shop orders, pulling the correct parts and materials, and assembly of the parts to meet customer orders, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assemble, wire and/or modify any module or small subassemblies.
  • Perform all assembly operations to include use of soldering equipment and hand tools in according to departmental procedures and specifications.
  • Modify modules by using all tools and equipment necessary to accomplish the job including drill press, saw, metal punches or any tool appropriate for the task.
  • Apply all required labels.
  • Must demonstrate flexibility and team skills in a cell environment.
  • Retrieve and interpret data from computer system.
  • Process manual or computerized transactions.
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
  • Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.  Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Requires the ability to operate a wide variety of small hand, power tools, and wire cutters. 
  • Requires the ability to operate a computer and its job-related software. 
  • Requires the ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
  • Requires a demonstrated ability to perform all essential duties with a high degree of efficiency and quality.
  • Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. safely.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, use foot/feet to operate equipment; and climb or balance. 

Required Qualifications

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six to twelve months of relative assembly experience; or a combination of education and experience. 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee