The Hope Group, A SunSource Company, is New England’s leading provider of fluid power and motion control solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and MROs. The Hope Group has over 100,000 square feet of warehousing, fabrication, and administration facilities to complement its manufacturing capacity. We’re more than a parts distributor. Our customers rely on us to help identify and solve the efficiency and productivity challenges they face. www.thehopegroup.com
The primary role of this position will be to assemble hydraulic power units of varying size and complexity and testing and troubleshooting of various fluid power products. Specifically, you will:
Essential Functions
- Pull necessary parts to prepare for assembly.
- Inspect parts and various components.
- Build units according to engineering specifications, including, but not limited to:
- Component layout
- Fabricating miscellaneous brackets and structures
- Selection of appropriate tubing and fittings
- Tube bending, fabrication and installation
- Prep and / or test completed unit.
- Adjust components and equipment and perform troubleshooting to identify and correct issues.
- Prep and / or paint completed unit.
- Clean, organize, and maintain the Shop and Shop equipment.
- Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development.
- Potentially travel offsite to help start systems at customer’s facilities.
Experience, Education and Skills
- High School Diploma or Equivalent OR combination of related training and experience.
- 1+ years’ experience in fluid power assembly required.
- 3+ years experience preferred.
- Advanced mechanical aptitude required.
- General metal working & pipe fitting experience preferred.
- GMAW carbon steel welding experience preferred.
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints, fluid power and electrical schematics/drawings.
- Physical Requirements—Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Position requires standing, bending and kneeling 95% to 100% of the workday.
We Offer
- Industry competitive compensation plan
- Excellent company benefits including medical, dental and 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities for talented people with a desire to learn and grow!
