Assembler, Manufacturing ​/ Production

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Flexible Assembler (Levels I-IV)

Location: Grandview, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking Flexible Assemblers at multiple levels (I-IV) to support our production operations in Grandview, MO.

This role offers a clear progression path from entry-level assembly to advanced technical and leadership responsibilities.

If you enjoy hands-on work, mechanical assembly, and being part of a collaborative manufacturing team, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Clear career progression opportunities
• Hands-on technical work
• Team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Transparent and equitable pay practices

Core Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Follow shop safety procedures and use required safety equipment.
• Work from engineering prints, specifications, samples, or written/verbal instructions.
• Record production and quality information accurately.
• Meet established production, quality, and scheduling standards.

Level-Specific Responsibilities

Flexible Assembler I - Grade Level 1

Entry-Level Production Support

• Perform routine production tasks such as assembly, drilling, tapping, silver soldering, spot welding, stamping, deburring, cleaning, painting, and glass beading.
• Assist with stripping wires, installing terminal blocks, clips, screws, and related components.
• Measure and inspect in-process parts using basic gages under instruction.
• Obtain materials from designated locations.
• Assist with packaging, carton preparation, and occasional shipment loading/unloading.

Focus: Skill development, task accuracy, safety, and learning production processes.

Flexible Assembler II - Grade Level 2

Skilled Assembly & Production Operations

• Perform bench assembly of mechanical and electro-mechanical products using hand tools, soldering equipment, test equipment, and shop machinery (turning, milling, drilling, threading, shearing, spot welding, pressing).
• Assemble products to customer and company specifications in individual or production-run quantities.
• Read and interpret engineering prints.
• Perform measurement inspections using calipers, micrometers, thread gages, and plug gages.
• Conduct product calibrations using standardized instruments (flow meters, pressure gages, volt/ohm meters, calibration stands).
• Assist in sub-assemblies, inspection, warehouse, machining, cleaning, testing, and packing operations.
• Perform basic computer data entry and simple chart/graph analysis for productivity and quality tracking.
• Care for and maintain tools, fixtures, and measuring equipment.

Focus: Increased independence, technical proficiency, and quality accountability.

Flexible Assembler III - Grade Level 3

Advanced Assembly, Calibration & Quality Assurance

• Perform complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly operations.
• Conduct advanced calibrations and ensure products meet established performance standards.
• Perform all final tests and inspections to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Work independently from written or verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Exercise judgment in resolving assembly or quality issues.
• Cross-train and assist co-workers across assembly, machining, inspection, and testing functions.
• Support continuous improvement efforts through data tracking and performance analysis.

Focus: Technical expertise, final product accountability, mentoring, and quality ownership.

Flexible Assembler IV - Grade Level 4

Assembly Lead / Production Coordination

• Lead and coordinate assembly operations across production classifications.
• Assign assemblers to workstations to meet production schedules.
• Direct set-up activities including obtaining parts, jigs, tools, and fixtures.
• Instruct assemblers on proper methods and procedures.
• Monitor in-process work for quality compliance, correct errors and coordinate with Quality Control Engineering.
• Advise leadership of material shortages and provide production lead-time estimates.
• Plan labor utilization to meet scheduling requirements.
• Maintain assembly prints, parts lists, and inventory minimum/maximum levels.
• Record labor data and maintain production performance records.
• Prepare requisitions for materials and maintenance work orders.
• Maintain line performance, attendance, and time records.
• Ensure assembly area cleanliness and organization.

Focus: Leadership, labor planning, workflow management, production efficiency, and quality oversight.

Key Performance Indicators (All Levels)

• Cycle time variation
• Scheduled operation time
• Finished goods quality
• Supplier on-time delivery
• Production schedule visibility

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience
Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required (preferred for Levels III-IV).
• Some college or equivalent experience desired for Level IV.

Experience & Skill Requirements by Level

Level I

• Ability to follow instructions and use basic measuring tools.

Level II

• Experience in assembly and/or machining operations.
• Ability to read engineering prints.
• Experience using hand tools and inspection equipment.

Level III

• Advanced knowledge of assembly, machining, and quality…