Assembler

Overview

About Modular Mission Critical
ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

 

Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

 

The Assembler is responsible for manufacturing large-scale modular industrial systems by assembling products, components, and subassemblies according to specifications and quality standards. Working independently and as part of a team, this role ensures products are built safely, efficiently, and to customer requirements. Responsibilities also include inspecting assemblies, packaging finished products, and moving materials as needed. Successful candidates will possess strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read and follow technical drawings, assembly instructions, and work procedures.

Responsibilities

Assembly of Products:

• Assemble large-scale industrial modules, components, and subassemblies according to specifications and work instructions.
• Install and align structural supports, including support beams, cable trays, ladders, conduits, equipment racks, and cabinets.
• Route, connect, and secure heavy-gauge cables, lighting systems, and other components.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized assembly equipment to complete assigned tasks.

Procedure and Policy Compliance:

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards, including PPE requirements and safe equipment operation.
• Adhere to established manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Comply with company HR, ethics, and workplace conduct policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying lean manufacturing principles and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.

 

Inspection and Troubleshooting

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve fit, alignment, and functional issues during the assembly process.
• Recognize and promptly report defects, equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or process issues to the Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Document and communicate assembly and quality issues to support timely resolution and continuous improvement.

 

General Operations Support

• Package, label, and prepare completed products for shipment, storage, or distribution.
• Maintain accurate production records, logs, and related documentation.
• Assist with material handling, inventory movement, and organization of materials and workstations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S and workplace safety standards.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Collaborate with team members, Team Leads, Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and performance goals.
• Support testing, rework, and final system preparation activities as needed to ensure product readiness.
• Communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, quality teams, and logistics personnel to coordinate work and resolve issues.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in industrial assembly, manufacturing, construction, or mechanical trades preferred.

 We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, technical drawings, diagrams, and assembly procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including the use of tape measures, fractions, and tolerances.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly skills.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve assembly issues.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing production requirements and priorities.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, varying temperatures, and other industrial conditions.
• Ability to work assigned shift schedules, including day or night shift.
• Ability to work overtime as required to meet production and business needs.
• Flexibility to work weekends and adjust schedules as needed based on operational requirements.

Abilities:

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
• May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.  It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in industrial assembly, manufacturing, construction, or mechanical trades preferred.

 We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, technical drawings, diagrams, and assembly procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including the use of tape measures, fractions, and tolerances.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly skills.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve assembly issues.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing production requirements and priorities.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environ