Mechanical Assembly Technician
Sky Hook
Letha, ID
Position:Mechanical Assembly Technician Pay:$20.00 per hour Job Type:Full-time Work Location:In person - Letha, Idaho About ATTCO, Inc.:ATTCO, Inc.is a 4th generation family owned and operated business located in Letha, Idaho.In 1969, our founder Edwin (Chris) Christensen saw a need for a quality, safe lifting device in the manufacturing industry, and the Sky Hook lifting device was born.More than 50 years later, the Sky Hook product line has evolved to include a wide range of small sub-500 lb.manual lifting devices, mobile and stationary lifting bases, under-hook devices, and custom lifting accessories.Our Sky Hook products are used by manufacturers across the country as a lightweight, straightforward, and simple-to-operate alternative to bulky overhead cranes, cumbersome bridge cranes, and unsuitable engine lifts or cherry pickers.We have been protecting operators and helping prevent lifting injuries for over 50 years, and that remains our primary focus today.Why We Are Hiring:We are currently a small shop floor team and are adding a key assembly position to support increased Sky Hook production demand.Final assembly is one of the most important positions in our production flow.This role takes powder coated weldments, machined parts, purchased components, hardware, and inventory-controlled parts, and turns them into finished Sky Hook lifting devices and bases ready for shipment.The right person will have a direct impact on our product quality, shipping schedule, customer expectations, and ability to continue growing in a controlled and sustainable way.This is not a slow-paced bench assembly job.We are looking for someone who is mechanically capable, quick with their hands, eager to work hard every day, and able to take ownership of their department in a high-paced, just-in-time manufacturing environment.Job Description:Work in concert with a small team of hard working and focused coworkers, each with their own specialty and department, to produce quality Sky Hook lifting equipment in a just-in-time manufacturing environment.The Mechanical Assembly Technician will be responsible for assembling Sky Hook lifting devices and bases from powder coated weldments, machined parts, purchased parts, hardware, and inventory components.This position requires a strong understanding of inventory, assembly order, product models, bills of materials, shop tools, quality standards, and shipping expectations.This role is best suited for someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, understands how parts fit together, can learn a wide range of product configurations, and takes pride in producing a clean, consistent, finished product.The right person does not need to come in already knowing our products, but they must be capable of learning quickly, retaining details, and building repeatable efficiency.This position will receive training and support, but it also requires personal ownership.The assembler must be able to manage their own responsibilities, understand what needs to ship, keep product moving, and meet production expectations without constant supervision.Job Responsibilities: Assemble Sky Hook lifting devices, bases, and related components from powder coated weldments, machined parts, purchased parts, and hardware Learn and follow the assembly process for multiple Sky Hook models and configurations Understand inventory locations, part usage, hardware requirements, and bills of materials for each unit Pull, organize, and prepare parts needed for assembly and shipping Use basic shop tools including hammers, wrenches, sockets, drills, hand tools, and measuring tools Inspect assembled products for quality, function, fit, finish, and craftsmanship Maintain clean, consistent assembly standards across finished products Work with inventory, powder coating, machining, welding, and shipping to keep product moving through the shop Track the shipping schedule and understand daily production priorities Think critically and solve practical assembly problems as they arise Maintain an organized assembly area and manage parts in a way that supports efficient production Work quickly while maintaining quality and attention to detail Take ownership of the assembly department and meet expected production goals Support packaging, shipping prep, and other shop tasks as needed Job Requirements and Qualifications: Strong mechanical aptitude required Must be good with hands and comfortable using basic shop tools Able to work quickly in a high-paced manufacturing environment Able to learn, retain, and apply product knowledge across multiple models and configurations Able to understand part numbers, inventory locations, bills of materials, and assembly requirements Attention to detail and pride in workmanship Able to inspect work for quality, accuracy, function, and finished-product appearance Dependable, on-time, and able to maintain a full 40-hour work week Mobile and capable of lifting 50 lbs. Capable of working independently while communicating well with a small team Able to work under pressure to meet manufacturing and shipping expectations Willing to take ownership of department responsibilities and production goals Good communicator Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and safety expectations Long-term prospects preferred Preferred Experience: Mechanical assembly experience Manufacturing or small shop experience Inventory or parts management experience Experience using hand tools, power tools, measuring tools, and basic shop equipment Experience reading bills of materials, work orders, or assembly instructions Packaging, shipping, or order fulfillment experience Basic welding, fabrication, machining, or equipment operation experience Interview / Skills Review:A basic shop skills review may be part of the interview process.We are looking for someone who can demonstrate mechanical aptitude, comfort with hand tools, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a hands-on manufacturing environment.Benefits: Company Paid Health Insurance (90%/10%) Company Paid Life Insurance (100%) Company Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability (100%) 401K Matching up to 4% PTO Accrued Sick Pay Accrued Vacation On-the-job training specific to Sky Hook products and processes Monday - Thursday schedule Hours:7:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Hours may be adjusted depending on company needs Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Thursday Full-time Work Location: In person Letha, Idaho Additional Notes:ATTCO, Inc.is located in Letha, Idaho, just outside Emmett.We are a small-town manufacturer with a national customer base, building specialized Sky Hook lifting equipment used by manufacturers, machine shops, automation companies, and industrial customers across the country.We are not a large corporate production plant, and we are not trying to be average.We are a small, focused manufacturing team working to grow the right way:through better processes, stronger craftsmanship, dependable people, and products that continue to earn the trust of our customers.As our production demand increases, we are looking for someone who wants more than just an assembly job.This position is a strong fit for a mechanically minded, hard-working person who takes pride in clean finished work, wants their effort to matter, and is interested in becoming a key part of a company with real growth ahead.Pay:$20.00 per hour Benefits:401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Work Location:In person.
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