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Electromechanical Assembler

CompanyValley Craft Industries Inc
LocationLake City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 7, 2026
About The Company
Valley Craft Industries designs, develops and manufactures professional grade material handling, drum handling, and storage solutions, including a broad array of proprietary and custom products. Valley Craft was established in 1953 when Carl Weinmann introduced the first hand truck with a brake. Over the last six decades, Valley Craft has grown to become a world class manufacturer known for its expertise in producing rugged and versatile hand trucks, carts, trailers, portable lifts, hydraulic drum handling devices, and storage equipment. At Valley Craft, we take pride in our heritage of building high quality American-made products to handle and store materials more safely, more securely, and more efficiently. On the shores of beautiful Lake Pepin, in Lake City, Minnesota, Valley Craft is staffed by a committed and loyal team of employees -- fully one-third of our associates have been with the company for more than 25 years. We think, feel, and act like a family and, like a family, we share core values: Respect, Integrity, Openness, Enthusiasm, and Commitment. A family company since its inception more than 60 years ago, Valley Craft is currently led by its third private owner - Minnesota businessman Dennis Campbell, who acquired substantially all of the assets of Valley Craft Inc. from Liberty Diversified International in 2012.
About the Role

Description

Company Overview

Valley Craft has been manufacturing professional-grade material handling and storage equipment in Lake City, Minnesota since 1953, beginning with our introduction of the first hand truck with a brake. Today, we produce one of the most complete lines of industrial steel cabinets in the world, along with the carts, hand trucks, dump systems, lifts, and drum handling equipment relied on by manufacturers, distributors, and job sites world wide. As part of the Ballymore Safety Products family, serving as their Midwest headquarters, we combine the resources of a national organization with the standards and culture of a company that has built its reputation one product at a time.


We offer steady, year-round work, a clean and well-organized production floor, and a genuine commitment to safety. Team members here develop skills that last a career — and put their name on equipment recognized for its quality wherever it's used.


If you take pride in precision work and want to build a long-term career with an established American manufacturer, apply today.


Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the department supervisor/team lead, the Electromechanical Assembler builds and finishes Valley Craft's powered equipment. You'll bring mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components together into a finished unit that has been tested, inspected, and is ready to ship. This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in getting the details right, and wants to grow beyond general assembly.


What You’ll Do

· Assemble mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic subassemblies and final units from drawings, schematics, and work instructions

· Mount and wire motors, switches, control boxes, batteries, chargers, and wire harnesses, routing and securing wiring to spec

· Install hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, and fittings, then torque connections and check for leaks

· Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet close tolerances and strict inspection standards

· Read and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and hydraulic diagrams

· Function-test completed units, including electrical checks and lift/lower cycles, and troubleshoot and correct issues before units move on

· Use hand and power tools, multimeters, torque wrenches, crimpers, and gauges safely and accurately

· Pull parts based on product needs and keep your work area clean and organized

· Maintain product quality standards and support continuous improvement, a customer-first mindset, and strict adherence to our quality processes

· Keep pace with production expectations and help train new team members

· Additional duties as needed

Requirements

Experience

· 1–3 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably electromechanical, electrical, or hydraulic

· Ability to read blueprints and basic electrical and hydraulic schematics

· Comfortable using a multimeter, crimping and terminating wire, and working with hose fittings

· Knowledge of the metalworking industry, equipment, and processes

· Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

· Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check


Preferred

· Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance, electrical, or fluid power/hydraulics

· Experience building or servicing lifts, material handling equipment, or similar powered equipment

· Military mechanical or electrical experience is a plus


Physical Requirements

· Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, or sit for long periods of time. 

· Must be capable of working in inclement conditions to include extreme hot and cold temperatures. 

· Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.


Benefits

· Competitive pay based on experience

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Nine (9) paid holidays

· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

· 401(k) with company match

· Friendly, collaborative team environment

· Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement


Compensation

· $20-$23 per hour

· Overtime after 40 hours 

Key Skills
Mechanical assemblyElectrical assemblyHydraulic assemblyBlueprint readingSchematic readingMultimeter usageWiringTorque wrench usageCrimpingCalibrationTroubleshootingQuality inspectionPower toolsHand toolsMaterial handlingTechnical documentation
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineering
Benefits
Competitive payPaid Time OffPaid holidaysMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k) with company match
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Electromechanical Assembler is responsible for building and finishing powered equipment by integrating mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components. This includes testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting units to ensure they meet quality standards before shipment.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$20 - $23
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
39
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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