Residential Assembler

Job Description

Set up miscellaneous light and automatic assembly and packing machines to perform a variety of operations, such as adjusting set-ups until parts and sub-assemblies meet prescribed specification; instruct operators in proper use of set-up; troubleshoot on machines; and, make necessary adjustments and set ups to keep machines in operation. Assembler will be expected to work in a flexible team environment. This is a full-time permanent Union-affiliated position for the 1 st Shift.

Weekends and overtime hours as needed based on demand.

• Operate assembly machines and equipment safely. Make up unit and multiple pack cartons, pack assemblies as prescribed, seal and label cartons.
• Will be required to perform work per print, process documentation, parts lists, maintenance manuals, engineering documentation or engineering instruction.
• Perform functional tests, such as visual, mechanical, and electrical checks on parts, sub-assemblies, and devices. Check quality of parts being run using a variety of gages and other measuring equipment and stop production due to defects. Make sure measurement instruments being used are properly calibrated.
• Use an appropriate system to obtain and move materials and supplies within the department to meet production schedules.
• Perform changeover duties and machine startup/shut down procedures. Load/unload parts.
• Perform operator maintenance awareness duties and checklists.
• Set‑up and operate a variety of assembly equipment. Required to work within skill level, experience, and training to maximize equipment uptime. Implement flexible workstations.
• Rework parts and assist with product problem solving. Gather data for continuous improvement.
• Conduct downtime tracking (where applicable) and keep updated documentation on equipment problems, scrap, quality checks, etc.
• Work in a team environment which may include:
  Learning and using team skills, training other team members, identifying bottlenecks and work arounds. Will be required to attend communications meetings. May be asked to give customer/supplier tours and perform safety tours. Be responsible for actions log.
• Rotate among all jobs in department and move to bottlenecks.
• Perform and prioritize daily schedule, based on customer’s requirements. Assist with scheduling and planning. Provide order status.
• Use basic computer skills to assist with communication between groups, cells, and shifts.
• May require successful completion of a variety of on the job certifications or qualification programs (including classroom instruction where applicable).
• MOS - Embrace and engage in the Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) including activities, but not limited to Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total productive Maintenance (TPM) and Knowledge Sharing.

• +6 months of experience with assembly or machine operating in a manufacturing environment

• Common hand tools and power drivers
• Personal computer
• Inspection equipment and gages
• Non-motorized material handling equipment
• Miscellaneous light machines
• Housekeeping equipment
• Semi-automated and automated machines
• Soldering equipment

• Exposure to miscellaneous chemicals, including, but not limited to:
  Alcohols (Isopropanol,etc), Epoxy/Loctite, Mercury, Oil/vanishing oil, Urethane Foam Resin, Ethylene Glycol, Flux, Potting material, Glue, Dye/Ink, Toluene, Polyfilm,Methylethylketone (MEK), Molycote, Glycol, Acetone, Lead Solder, Beryllium Copper, Hot Melt Glue, Polymeric Isocyanate, General cleaning chemicals, and various other solvents/chemicals.
• Electrostatic Discharge controls training and compliance with ESD policies.
• Solder certifications may be required.
• Must meet designated lifting requirements.
• Safety glasses with side shields required. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required according to job duties.
• Drinking and eating in designated areas only.
• Must maintain good housekeeping practices in assigned area. (Perform 5S activities within the cell)
• Must work in a team…