Assembler, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Summary

The Assembler I performs general assembly of mechanical and/or electronic subassemblies and products. This role involves using hand tools and machines, and ensuring quality standards are met.

Pay rate: $21.00 per hour

• Use tools to make or repair parts and products.
• Interpret technical documents, such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Work with other members of the line or group in order to assemble products at takt rate.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Identify any defective items and handle according to established procedures.
• Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Organize and maintain raw materials and work in process within the work area.
• Implement and maintain department policies and standards.
• Other Duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong written communication and verbal skills.
• Ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise and identify areas for improvement.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to multi-task and to retain skills and knowledge.
• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to work both individually and in groups.
• Apply good judgment and follow directions.
• Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, establish department/discipline goals and objectives for self.
• Ability to use a computer, including Microsoft applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PPT, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to either stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop.
• Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands.
• Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, goals and objectives for self.
• Ability to effectively & professionally communicate with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to grip or feel; and occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Vision and depth perception suitable for use of utilizing machinery and/or a computer.
• Manual dexterity suitable for use of utilizing machinery and/or a computer.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to work in a warehouse.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand up to 20-70% of the time comfortably, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be comfortable working in a complex production machining and assembly environment.
• The working area is primarily in a manufacturing environment located around machines and heavy equipment such as a forklift or pallet operator.
• Operation of the machine requires working with, and coming into contact with, various materials and substances.
• Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or safety vest.
• Working temperatures may vary from hot, cold, humid, wet or dry.
• Working hours may be extended and weekends may be required in order to meet manufacturing needs.

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