Assembler, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Build and assemble mechanical components for Switchgear and/or Breaker units according to engineering drawings and customer specifications using master copy, spec sheet, front elevation and WO files

• Perform maintenance and proper use of tools.

• perform in process inspections; ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.

• Perform all ship prep functions including splitting gear.

• Assist in Root Cause Analysis on engineering changes and correct discrepancies

• Assist a small team of employees to complete a specific task assigned as assigned by lead assembler and/or supervisor

• Perform mechanical adjustments for switch gear

• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.

• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.

• 2-4 years of experience in assembling medium to large sized metal boxes/enclosures or electrical switch gear

• Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).

• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

• Basic knowledge of operating desktop computer.

• Safely use variety of hand/power tools.

• Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic MES system knowledge, Oracle preferred.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Read and understand spec sheets and follow proper use of hardware by spec requirements.

• Able to read and understand single and three-line drawings, including symbols

• Able to interpret and execute change orders

• Able to identify part discrepancies and properly write HFDs for corrections

• Knowledge of mechanical drawings and designs

• Ability to follow direction from Senior Assemblers and Lead Assemblers.

• Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.

• Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.

• Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.

• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.

• Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.

• Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.

• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.

• Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.

• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.

• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)

• Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders

• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction

• Continuous standing and walking

• Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.

• Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.

• Frequent use of hand tools and power tools

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