Mechanical Assembly

Location: Winona, MN
Pay: $18.00–$21.00 per hour | Day Shift
Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Reports To: Operations Manager

About Thern

Thern has more than 75 years of experience manufacturing lifting and positioning equipment customers depend on. Its products support demanding applications in industries and settings such as mining, construction, barge operations, and theater.

Thern values people who follow through on their work, take pride in quality, support their teammates, and do the right thing.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Assembler, you will assemble, test, and inspect power winches, reducers, and rigging equipment. Working from blueprints and instructions, you will fit components, verify their operation, and troubleshoot issues to ensure finished products meet established quality standards.

This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, pays close attention to detail, and takes ownership of what leaves their workbench. You will work independently and alongside teammates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy and dependable workmanship matter.

What You Will Do

• Read blueprints and assembly instructions to verify that parts and subassemblies are correct and fit together properly.
• Assemble and set gears, align components for pressing seals and bearings, set gear brakes, and tap threads.
• Inspect seals and check assemblies for oil leaks.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools and apply basic electrical wiring knowledge during assembly.
• Measure, test, and inspect parts and assembled products according to established quality guidelines.
• Troubleshoot assembly problems independently and collaborate with teammates to resolve issues.
• Label and locate inventory, pick specified quantities for kits or bins, and deliver parts to work areas.
• Record and communicate inventory levels according to established procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and care for equipment according to maintenance plans and procedures.
• Work independently with limited supervision and cross-train in other departments as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; or two to four years of related experience.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and written instructions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools for mechanical assembly.
• Basic electrical wiring knowledge.
• Practical math skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical assembly problems.
• Ability to work effectively with a team and complete tasks independently with limited supervision.
• A dependable approach to work and a commitment to product quality.

Preferred Qualification

• Knowledge of pneumatics.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand for eight hours during the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Thern?

Build equipment that customers rely on while contributing ideas that improve assembly processes, efficiency, and product quality. Thern encourages employees to collaborate with team leads and take an active role in improving how work gets done.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, and disability coverage; a 401(k); paid time off; and access to local clinic partnerships offering options for free healthcare services, subject to eligibility and program terms.

Thern values work-life balance and works with employees to accommodate personal commitments when possible while maintaining scheduled coverage and production needs.

Thern is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.