Summary:
An Assembler is responsible for putting together component parts and product assemblies. They verify the correct quantities of component parts and perform quality checks for sub-assemblies and final assembly performance of products. Responsibilities include conducting oneself professionally by maintaining punctuality and productivity of assigned shift/work assignments, following all company procedures.
Essential Functions:
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Follow and interpret technical documents (i.e. part drawings, work instructions) for all assembly operations, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices
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Conform to all safe work practices and quality standards, maintaining clean & organized work areas and awareness of workplace layout and surroundings
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Working from work samples, work instructions, bill of materials and/or verbal instructions assemble products, properly use tooling, fixtures, and chemicals and other assembly aids
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Properly package products and support movement of material and accurate parts inventory
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Use of ERP system for job tracking
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Manual/Physical labor lifting heavy items, with standing, walking and climbing of stairs the norm
Education and Experience:
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Required:
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H.S. Diploma/GED wit mechanical aptitude or experience as an assembler in a manufacturing
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Basic computer skills
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Good verbal/written communication and organizational skills
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Preferred:
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Lean Manufacturing
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Vocational/Technical H.S. Diploma
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Levels of Proficiency (tracked and managed with Production Manager)
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Levels build up and are a prerequisite for progression to the next
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Performance is tracked using a department skills matrix and managed in coordination/approval with Production Manager – business needs determine quantity of employees needed at each level
Level I
Level II
Level III
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Proficient in assembly of <20% of all active products
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Skills limited to sub-assembly and basic product assembly
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Proficient in assembly of >50% of all active products
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Electrical wiring & soldering
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Quality Acceptance Testing of finished product
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Routine use of reporting systems
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Proficient in assembly of >80% of all active products
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Production equipment operation, such as programmable cutters
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Repair & troubleshooting of in-house production and customer returns