Description

 POSITION SUMMARY: American Reeling Devices, Inc., a United Equipment Accessories company, has several openings for Assemblers at their Dayton, Nevada location. In this role, the Assembler reviews blueprints and work instructions to produce accurate work product that meets quality standards, safety requirements and allotted run times while also meeting efficiency and productivity goals of the department
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND MEASUREMENTS OF PERFORMANCE:

• Follow rules and processes as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety and Quality Manuals as to conduct and performance standards expected of all employees
• Maintain a positive work attitude that reflects the UEA Core Values (Care, Hardworking/Dedicated, Creative Problem Solver and Knowledge Seeker)
• Responsible for familiarization with the complete scope and proposed method of design for all assigned United Equipment Accessories’ projects
• Review blue prints, work instructions and the production schedule to achieve product specifications and allotted assembly time frame
• Operate assembly machinery and equipment to join, solder, attach, prepare, reinforce, or construct components as specified
• Remain on task, work efficiently, produce work with minimal waste, and complete work according to budgeted labor hours
• Accurately record work in process, job details, labor and attendance information utilizing ERP and other designated computer systems
• Select proper equipment and materials, verify integrity and maintain specifications through work process observation, making corrective adjustments as necessary
• Proper usage of gauges, hand tools and precision measurement tools to perform product validation and inspection to ensure quality conformity
• Report internal and external mistakes or issues that negatively impact operations, product quality or quantity to the supervisor or quality assurance in a timely manner
• Seek opportunities to increase overall efficiency, reduce job costing and optimize equipment, processes and materials
• Maintain a tidy work area and clean equipment
• Perform regular monitoring and service checks on tools and equipment, immediately reporting malfunctions, maintenance and repair requirements to ensure equipment meets optimal safety and performance levels
• Work individually or collaborate with others - when necessary or requested - to complete orders
• Demonstrate physical, regular, and punctual attendance and communicate scheduled and unscheduled absences in advance
• Complete tasks and projects accurately, timely and within budget and priority guidelines
• Follow through and communicate questions, project information and status to the appropriate people
• Demonstrate collaborative working relationships, good judgment, reasoning and professional conduct in all business interactions with employees at all levels of the organization
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for the position and situation
• Perform other duties as directed by the Production Supervisor or designee

Requirements

EDUCATION - High school diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE - Entry-level position – job assignment will be commensurate with the level of demonstrated skills through school and previous positions. Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment assembling components is a plus.

SKILLS - Effective communication and listening skills are essential to collect and share work-related information with employees at all levels of the organization. Must be able to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions and utilize measuring instruments. Professionalism and the ability to work well in a team or individual setting is required. Superior attention to detail and strong mechanical aptitude is crucial to produce quality work and operate necessary equipment.

PHYSICAL - Regularly required to stand or sit for long periods at a time, walk, bend, kneel and talk. Use of fingers, hands and arms is necessary to reach, grab, and assemble parts; as well as pushing and pulling motions to operate equipment. The ability to hear (with mechanical assistance if necessary) sufficiently to understand and comprehend individual one-on-one conversations is essential. Must be able to distinguish color and possess specific vision abilities including near vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform the requirements of the position. Unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs. is required.

MENTAL - Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently and possess basic math knowledge. The ability to communicate clearly on technical and business levels while maintaining professional conduct is essential. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions and effectively work under time and budget constraints.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Assembly Employee will primarily work in a plant setting which is a smoke free environment that has typical factory hazards including noise, dust, cutting, drilling, finishing, solvents, lubricants, tripping hazards, blocked walkways, and hazards common to manufacturing such as sharp tools and objects, moving parts, metal shavings and slivers, unfinished surfaces, flames, sparks, and smoke. United Equipment Accessories, Inc. functions in a real market environment that changes at various times of the year which occasionally may create high output or greater time pressure demands. This full-time position’s regular work schedule is 5:30 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Thursday and 5:30 am to 9:30 am on Friday or 2:45pm to 1:15am Monday through Thursday. Hours are subject to change and may vary according to business demands including requirements to work overtime.