What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Assembler position at Dixon Valve?
Dixon Specialty Products - Creekside are seeking a dedicated and skilled Heavy Assembler to join our team in Chestertown, MD. The ideal candidate will be primarily responsible for the assembly, testing, and packaging of Swivel Joints and Loading Arms. These engineered systems are designed to rotate while retaining pressure and transferring media. Used in a variety of industries, from steel production to fuel loading terminals, the parts you’ll be working on range from small 1” units to large 24” units, requiring both manual and equipment-assisted assembly processes.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being and professional growth. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, competitive salary, bonus programs, and 401K retirement plan, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, vacation and PTO, paid holidays, gym reimbursements, and more! Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals! The salary range for this position is $16 - $20/hr.
Key Responsibilities
The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being and professional growth. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, competitive salary, bonus programs, and 401K retirement plan, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, vacation and PTO, paid holidays, gym reimbursements, and more! Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals! The salary range for this position is $16 - $20/hr.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, test, and package Swivel Joints and Loading Arms in accordance with engineering specifications.
- Work with components of varying sizes, ranging from 1” units (assembled by hand) to 24” units (requiring equipment for lifting and handling).
- Ensure all assemblies meet safety and quality standards.
- Perform pre-shipping testing on assemblies to ensure proper function.
- Follow detailed engineering drawings and instructions to ensure accurate assembly.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety guidelines and procedures.
- Assist in the setup and operation of equipment needed for the handling and assembly of large units.
- Previous experience in heavy assembly or mechanical assembly is preferred.
- Ability to work with a variety of hand tools and equipment.
- Experience with testing and troubleshooting mechanical systems is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow complex engineering specifications.
- Ability to lift and move heavy parts (up to 50 lbs or more) with the aid of appropriate equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge engineered systems.
- Be a key player in an essential manufacturing process serving diverse industries.
- A supportive, safety-focused work environment.
The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)
Salary : $16 - $20
