Driveline Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Jumpstart or Advance Your Career in Machining with Continental Engineering & Manufacturing (CEM)!

Are you looking for more than just a job? At Continental Engineering & Manufacturing (CEM), we offer a real career path with set hours, air conditioning, no weekends, paid holidays, and top-tier benefits all in a stable, supportive environment you can grow in.

We are a family-owned manufacturing company with facilities in Chaska and Frazee, MN. Since 1983, we’ve led the way in CNC machining, welding, assembly, and drive shaft component manufacturing for customers across North America. With over 40 years of financial stability and zero layoffs, CEM is the place to build a future you can count on.

Our facilities are climate-controlled and equipped with state-of-the-art machinery for CNC Milling CNC Turning, Robotic loading, broaching, hobbing, balancing, painting, assembly, and more. We continuously invest in the latest technology and in our team’s professional development, offering training and advancement opportunities to help you grow your machining skills and career.

What sets us apart:

· Set weekday schedule – no weekends

· Advancement Opportunities

· Air-conditioned shop floor

· $500 deductible medical insurance, 100% paid by CEM

· Dental & vision insurance

· Generous paid time off. Accrual starts from day 1

· Paid Holidays from day 1

· Annual bonuses

· 401(k) with 4% company match

· Quarterly team luncheons and holiday parties

· Small, close-knit team where your contributions are valued

We are proud of our ISO 9001-2015 certification, long-standing customer relationships, and strong workplace culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and growth. Many of our team members have been with us for decades and several have even retired from CEM proving that this is a place where you can build a long rewarding career.

If you're ready to be part of a rock-solid company that truly invests in your future come grow with us at CEM.

We are looking for an individual who has a good work ethic, is punctual, reliable, efficient, self-motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude. The job entails assembly, pulling parts from stock, welding, straightening and balancing of driveshafts. No welding experience necessary – we will train. Candidates must have good mechanical skills, basic knowledge of hand tools, good communications skills both verbally and in writing. Must be able to follow directions and procedures and work in a safe manner. This is currently a small department with a great opportunity for growth. There are a variety of assemblies, small to large and you must be able to lift 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

Company DescriptionContinental Engineering & Manufacturing (CEM) is a family-owned company proudly based in Chaska and Frazee, Minnesota. Since 1983, we've specialized in precision machining, welding, and assembly—evolving from our roots in drive shaft components into a full-service manufacturing partner for clients across North America and beyond.
Our capabilities include CNC horizontal and vertical milling and turning (with robotic loading), broaching, hobbing, balancing, painting, welding, assembly, inspection, and inventory stocking programs. We continually invest in advanced equipment and innovative technologies to deliver reliable, cost-efficient solutions.

For over 42 years, CEM has maintained a track record of fiscal responsibility, steady growth, and remarkable stability. We’ve never laid off an employee—through recessions, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty, our team has remained intact. That kind of security is rare in manufacturing, and it’s something we’re proud of.

At CEM, we’re more than a manufacturer—we’re a team. We've built a strong, positive workplace culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and individual growth. We offer our employees a secure environment where they can build long, fulfilling careers. Many of our team members have been with us for decades, with many retiring from CEM—testament to both our company’s stability and the loyalty it inspires.

We support our people with continuous training, career development, and benefits that go above and beyond: an air-conditioned shop, 100% employer-paid medical insurance with a low $500 annual deductible, dental and vision coverage, generous PTO, annual bonuses, a 401(k) with 4% match, and regular team events like quarterly luncheons and holiday parties.

CEM is ISO 9001:2015 certified, reflecting our commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. We’re focused on building lasting relationships—with customers, vendors, employees, and our community.
If you're looking for a place where you can thrive, feel valued, and be part of something solid, welcome to CEM.

Company Description

Continental Engineering & Manufacturing (CEM) is a family-owned company proudly based in Chaska and Frazee, Minnesota. Since 1983, we've specialized in precision machining, welding, and assembly—evolving from our roots in drive shaft components into a full-service manufacturing partner for clients across North America and beyond.\r\nOur capabilities include CNC horizontal and vertical milling and turning (with robotic loading), broaching, hobbing, balancing, painting, welding, assembly, inspection, and inventory stocking programs. We continually invest in advanced equipment and innovative technologies to deliver reliable, cost-efficient solutions.\r\n\r\nFor over 42 years, CEM has maintained a track record of fiscal responsibility, steady growth, and remarkable stability. We’ve never laid off an employee—through recessions, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty, our team has remained intact. That kind of security is rare in manufacturing, and it’s something we’re proud of.\r\n\r\nAt CEM, we’re more than a manufacturer—we’re a team. We've built a strong, positive workplace culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and individual growth. We offer our employees a secure environment where they can build long, fulfilling careers. Many of our team members have been with us for decades, with many retiring from CEM—testament to both our company’s stability and the loyalty it inspires.\r\n\r\nWe support our people with continuous training, career development, and benefits that go above and beyond: an air-conditioned shop, 100% employer-paid medical insurance with a low $500 annual deductible, dental and vision coverage, generous PTO, annual bonuses, a 401(k) with 4% match, and regular team events like quarterly luncheons and holiday parties.\r\n\r\nCEM is ISO 9001:2015 certified, reflecting our commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. We’re focused on building lasting relationships—with customers, vendors, employees, and our community.\r\nIf you're looking for a place where you can thrive, feel valued, and be part of something solid, welcome to CEM.