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Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift

Mercury Marine · Fond du Lac, WI

Posted Jun 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you worked with air or pneumatic tools on an assembly line. What kind of tools were you using and what were you putting together?

whether the candidate has real hands-on experience with the specific tools this job requires, not just general factory experience

Tell me about a time you caught a quality problem before it became a bigger issue.

attention to detail and proactive inspection habits rather than waiting for someone else to catch mistakes

Tell me about a time you had to keep pace on a production line while something around you was going wrong, like a machine hiccup or a shortage of parts.

how they handle pressure and disruption without letting quality or safety slip

Describe a time you had to learn a new task or a new station quickly. How did you get up to speed?

adaptability for cross-training since the job explicitly requires flexibility across stations

Tell me about a disagreement you had with a coworker or supervisor over how a job should be done. How did you handle it?

conflict resolution and whether they can raise concerns respectfully without stalling production

Technical

Walk me through how you'd set up or change over equipment for a new job on the line. What steps do you check first?

whether the candidate understands changeover procedure and won't skip steps that cause downtime or defects

How do you read a torque spec or work instruction, and what do you do if the instructions don't match what you're seeing on the part in front of you?

ability to follow SOPs precisely while knowing when to flag a discrepancy instead of guessing

What have you done in past roles to make sure a repetitive task didn't lead to a mistake, injury, or cutting corners?

awareness of ergonomic and safety risk in repetitive manual assembly work

Situational

Say you're mid-shift and you notice a part is out of tolerance. What do you do in that exact moment?

whether they know to stop and escalate rather than pass along a bad part to hit numbers

Second shift can mean a smaller crew and less supervision around. How do you keep yourself and your station safe when things are quieter?

self-direction and safety discipline without someone standing over them

If your station falls behind and it starts holding up the person next to you, what do you do?

teamwork and communication under production pressure rather than working in isolation

What does keeping a clean and organized work area actually look like to you during a shift, not just at the end of it?

whether they treat 5S and housekeeping as ongoing habit versus a box to check

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Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. As an Assembly Technician you will join a dynamic team of the company's winning culture by supporting the Mercury Marine values of: Integrity, Customer Centricity, Product & Service Leadership, Sustainability, and Employee Engagement through the production of high quality inboard and outboard marine engines. • As the Assembly Technician at Mercury Marine, you will • Use a variety of air and pneumatic tools to assembly components for marine engines, service parts, and assemblies • Set-up, adjust, and/or changeover equipment with appropriate tools common to the particular job • Maintain a clean and safe working area in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Rules, and Plant Safety Rules • Perform inspection common to the classification at required intervals • Take appropriate action when out of tolerance situations occur and notify appropriate individuals when further action must be taken • Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and resolve issues. • Participate in training and cross-training to support flexible workforce needs. Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support. For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify . Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942. All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers . If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com . #Brunswick Corporation - Mercury Marine

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Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift

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