Title: Electro-Mechanical Assembly Lead

Location: Wheeling, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Pay: $65,000–$80,000

Job Summary:

A precision manufacturer in the Wheeling area is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembly Lead to manage the hands-on assembly of complex machines and sub-assemblies. This position plays a key role on the shop floor, supervising a small team of builders while working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure high-quality machine builds. This is a 1st shift, full-time position.

Job Duties:

• Assemble and wire electrical panels per schematics, ensuring proper connections and functionality
• Build, fit, and align mechanical components using blueprints, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics and mechanical prints
• Perform verification of machine alignments and tolerances using measuring instruments
• Supervise and support a small team of mechanical and electrical assemblers
• Collaborate with engineering, service, quality, and shipping departments
• Support occasional travel for on-site installations and alignments (domestic and international)
• Adhere to ISO 9000 quality procedures and workplace safety requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from a technical college or 5+ years of relevant machine build/repair experience
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage, three-phase electrical systems and PLC wiring
• Skilled in the use of measuring tools for machine alignment and quality checks
• Familiar with machine shop tools and safe operating practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints
• Effective time management, organizational, and communication skills
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Must be comfortable working in an industrial environment and wearing appropriate PPE
• Willingness to complete OSHA and hazardous waste handling training (provided)