Industrial Machine Assembler | Mechanical Assembly

Location

Livingston, NJ

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on October 22, 2026

Job Description

Overview

An experienced Industrial Machine Assembler is sought for a role with an established industrial equipment manufacturer specializing in machinery for industrial processing and manufacturing applications. The position offers a competitive wage and benefits while providing the opportunity to build complex industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and install various machinery components including bearings, gear reducers, and motors.
  • Read and interpret mechanical blueprints to understand assembly instructions.
  • Use precision measurement tools to ensure components are assembled and installed correctly.
  • Align components using hoists, gauges, templates, or squares.
  • Conduct tests and inspections to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
  • Troubleshoot and repair any mechanical issues that arise during assembly or operation.
  • Work closely with a team of engineers and technicians to solve complex assembly problems.
  • Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean and safe workspace.
  • Provide feedback on assembly processes and suggest ways to improve efficiency and quality.
  • Train and mentor junior assemblers, sharing your knowledge and expertise.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical assembly, preferably in the engineering industry.
  • Proven experience with electrical controls, precision measurement, bearings, gear reducers, and motor installation.
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Experience in machine building and equipment assembly.
  • A deep understanding of component alignment techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  • A safety-first mindset, with a strong understanding of safety protocols in an industrial setting.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k

Benefits

Health Insurance
401k

How this job compares in Livingston, NJ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across New Jersey currently run a median of $34/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $29–$40/hr across 107 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Livingston, NJ

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The most active employers in New Jersey at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Darling Ingredients (5), Carvana (4), and Lockheed Martin (4). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within New Jersey, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Newark at $35/hr and Lyndhurst at $30/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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