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Assembler 3

Rockwell Automation · Mequon, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the most complex assembly work you've done. What made it hard?

What they are checking: Whether they have the experience level a Level 3 assembler needs, not just entry-level work.

Tell me about a time you helped train or support a newer coworker.

What they are checking: Whether they can act as an experienced person on the line who helps others learn.

What safety habits do you bring to every shift?

What they are checking: Whether safety is a real habit for them rather than something they only mention in interviews.

How do you handle moving between different products or jobs during the same shift?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt well in a high-mix plant where work changes often.

Tell me about a mistake you made on the line and how you handled it.

What they are checking: Whether they report their own errors honestly so defects don't reach a customer.

What would you do

You find a part that doesn't match the drawing. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and raise the issue instead of forcing a fit or guessing.

How do you keep quality high when you're under pressure to hit a production number?

What they are checking: Whether they protect quality under pace, since rework on customer products is costly.

You notice a step in the process that could be done faster or with fewer errors. What do you do with that idea?

What they are checking: Whether they share improvement ideas through the right channels instead of quietly changing the process.

About the work

How comfortable are you reading blueprints, wiring diagrams and work instructions?

What they are checking: Whether they can build accurately from documents, which is central to electrical and control assembly.

What hand and power tools have you used for wiring or mechanical assembly, and how do you check your work?

What they are checking: Whether they use tools correctly and verify things like torque and terminations.

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The full job description

As published by Rockwell Automation.

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us! Job Description Who is Rockwell? Do you want to make a difference in the world? At Rockwell Automation you can do just that and more. Rockwell is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential technology to expand what is humanly possible , making the world more productive and sustainable. Rockwell was recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2020. We place a high value on integrity which fosters an environment where all employees can and want to do their best work. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, please visit www.rockwellautomation.com . What Rockwell Brings to You Rockwell cares about our employees and our benefits package is just one way we support you. Rockwell provides options for medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan including company match, generous vacation allowances, and many more options available. To learn more about our Benefits Package, please visit https://raquickfind.com/ . What Rockwell Needs from You We need a diverse workforce to do our best work. We need the makers, the forward thinkers, the problem solvers, and everything in between. That is where you come in. We have an immediate hiring need for our full-time manufacturing Assembler level 3. This is a 1st Shift role (M-F, 6:00AM – 2:00PM), in the Remanufacturing department with a starting rate dependent on experience. Job Summary: Performs a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies or subassemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units. Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications. Responsibilities and Essential Functions: This position performs repetitive assembly of pre-engineered electro-mechanical equipment control modules. Working from hard copy and electronic assembly documentation and instructions, the position follows established sequencing of hardware and wiring installations using predefined tools and fixtures. This position will also provide manufacturing order support including engraving, labels, and reports, handle heavy gauge electrical wiring and plumbing routing and assembly in repetitive product manufacturing. This position evaluates unique assembly and disassembly requirements and prepare an approach based upon safe work practices, cleans modules, restores painted surfaces, and performs general preparation prior to product shipment. The position takes direction from manufacturing team leads in assigned workstations, follows instructions provided by a Tester to perform rework of product test anomalies and performs general preparation prior to product shipment. Position working environment is standardized assembly with paced productivity requirements and assessing products returned from customers for service and plan restoration of control modules. Working with continuous leadership in a production environment, the position is held to the highest standards in, and compliance with, safety, quality, delivery, productivity, procedures, policies, and metrics. Overtime is an essential function of this position which typically requires 20 hours of overtime/week. Actual overtime hours may vary. Skills: • Read, follow, and execute tasks per sequence defined by electronic or hardcopy drawings and work instructions. • Follow standardized methods of work to accomplish an established set of assembly tasks • Assemble components and sub-assemblies in an assembly line fashion per specific defined process and in defined time frame • Use tools including Component Lead Cutters and Crimpers, Forming and Insertion Press Fixtures, Wire Strippers, Wire Luggers, Hand Tools, Fully Automated Test Systems, Torque Drivers, Lifting Fixtures, and Hoist & Crane • Comfortable working from elevated surfaces • Ability to operate independently and productively with minimum supervision • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing • Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to perform, reading of electrical schematics, standard component placements, assembly from workmanship standards and guidelines. • Demonstrated understanding and logical approach to analyses and problem solving techniques • Work from established product bill of materials, wiring schematics, and layout drawings of products currently manufactured and previously manufactured products from a variety of Manufacturing Operations facilities • Basic computer literacy • Basic ability to read, write and speak English Minimum Qualifications: You Will Have • A minimum of High School Diploma/GED • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Preferred Qualifications: You May Have • Typically requires 2 years of previous related experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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