Assembler - Benton Flex

Assembler - Benton Flex

There is an opportunity for an Assembler Trainee at the Altec Midwest Facility in St. Joseph, Missouri.

You must be a student enrolled in the FLEX program at Benton High School in St. Joseph, MO.

Assemblers are responsible for assembling Pedestals, Turntables, and Boom components – combined with other related assembly components – to produce world‑class Altec equipment.

Encourage and prepare research and discussion to find solutions to resolve technical and product issues or provide defect analysis or root cause determination. All Assembler training will include reading and conceptualizing engineering data and by design to make quality and accurate assembly work to the customer, or manufacturer and within the guidelines for quality.

Altec, a family‑owned company since 1929, specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, telecom, and specialty equipment. We are the leading equipment and service provider in the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, lights & signs, and contractor markets, supporting customers in over 100 countries worldwide.

• Student enrollment in the FLEX program at Benton High School.
• Some positions require automotive electrical experience.
• Mechanical assembly experience required.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents – i.e., engineering documents and schematics.

• Provide quality and timely workmanship on each job performed.
• Read blueprints and hydraulic diagrams.
• Use tape measure accurately.
• Perform re‑work as required.
• Follow all established safety and quality policies and practices.
• Learn and follow all work instructions and job qualification requirements.
• Prepare and fit multiple components together.
• Learn and operate all equipment within the department.
• Support APS initiatives – Lean Manufacturing.
• Show willingness to move to other areas of production as needed.

• Internship

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Machinery Manufacturing

EEOC/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled