Assembler II

Smeal, a REV Group brand, is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE.

Smeal Apparatus is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

The specific statements show in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Smeal Fire Apparatus recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation the enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Additional Locations:
Requisition : 27641

• Follow standard operating procedures as well as written and verbal orders and instructions in English.
• Lift up to 75 lbs. and be in good physical condition. Standing, bending, climbing, crawling, and lying on hard surfaces as well as upper body and back strength required.
• Follow all company policies and procedures as stated in the company policy and safety manual including wearing safety glasses, safety toed footwear, hardhats, and other required PPE per area.
• Able to work in a noisy environment.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Actively pursue cost reduction measures.
• Perform all assigned tasks within specific time limits and company standards.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Must comply with all safety regulations regarding the work area, the product and equipment. Recognize and report all safety discrepancies to your supervisor.
• Possess some knowledge of all aspects of this field including products, options, and uses.
• Ability to learn how to read and understand simple blue prints.
• Ability & willingness to be cross trained in respective departments.
• Able to learn about parts and where they are used as well as the number required per assigned task.
• Communicate with department leaders when items run low in order to restock/reorder parts.
• Possesses some prior experience from outside of the company or has mastered all the required skills at the previous level in order to advance.
• Willingness to share department and company knowledge as needed.
• Ability to write down information for future reference.

• Assemble and adjust parts using end wrenches, power drills, power drives, sander and other hand tools.
• Can learn to assemble various accessories, components, and options to the apparatus in a proficient manner with no scrap or rework.
• Drill holes for attachments.
• Perform grinding with dye or desk grinder and sanding with a belt sander.
• Use saw to cut materials to specific lengths and/or enlarge holes.
• Apply labels.
• Operate hydraulic section lifts.
• Assists with electrical daily functions.
• Keep track of parts that are used on each truck.
• Install catwalks, steps, grab handles, and compartment filters, running boards, etc.
• Abrade/DA parts and sharp edges.
• Install lap, roll up, and lose bed doors
• Install rollout trays and also install anodized aluminum on aerial sections.
• Install hose beds on the walls and divides.
• Operate torch wrench and perform torching of bolts.
• Self-check and inspect prior processes.
• Assist with the prepping of chassis.
• Read shop orders for specific options.
• Identify different parts on units.
• Assist with plumbing daily functions.
• Ability to assemble platforms & turntables
• Ability to set speeds for ladders and platforms
• Ability to mount/crane turntables and finished ladders
• Know what hardware to use for application.
• Ability to run wire pipe in the Aerial Assembly Department.
• Ability to make and run hydraulic hoses & stainless steel hydraulic lines for plumbing.
• Ability to assist in platform assembly.
• Eye injuries: required to wear eye protection and face shield when sanding to prevent eye injuries.
• Trips, slips, & falls: ensure all air hoses and obstacles are kept clear of aisles. Use caution when climbing on and off trucks. Make sure all spills are cleaned up immediately. Do not leave tools, parts etc. on top of trucks. Be cautious of open doors, tools and racks that can easily be struck.
• Heavy lifting: ask co-worker for help or use a crane or forklift operator when lifting objects over 50 lbs. Do not walk under suspended parts and be cautious of co-workers when operating cranes.
• Cuts & burns:
  Use caution and wear PPE to prevent cuts when sanding or drilling.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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