Assembler - American Fan

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American Fan is a manufacturer of air movement equipment for Industrial, HVAC, Commercial, Marine, and specialty markets. Throughout our history, the quality and reliability of our products has been built upon a solid foundation of unrivaled application expertise and technical leadership. As a small manufacturer who is part of a well-respected international corporation, we are best known for our willingness to design and manufacture specialty air movement products for unique applications. Our sales distribution base consists of a diverse group of knowledgeable agents/representatives. Together with our in-house sales staff they deliver a very high level of customer service.

Job Description

Job Title:  Assembler                                                     Date:   May 2026

Reports To:  Assembly Paint Lead

Summary

The Assembler is a critical part of the American Fan team. This role will work with their immediate team along with other cross functional departments at American Fan to build and test. This role will need to have good communication and verbal skills. Ideally the candidate will be able to build relationships with internal and external customers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble fans and blowers according to instructions on order, including balancing blades.
• Final inspection for all defects – inclusion of appropriate accessories, motors, etc.
• Report needed information to their Lead such as any malfunction, damage, or need of repair to any equipment of which they become aware.
• Accurate and diligent processing of any administrative work such as time sheets, scrap reports, etc.
• Use required PPE according to local Safety Requirements.
• May test finished products (fans) for balance, rpm, upon completion of appropriate training
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Familiarity with working with a crane
• Basic understanding of electricity for testing environment
• Ability to adapt and pivot quickly per business needs
• Embody the FMD values of Integrity, Velocity and Teamwork.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED
• Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.
• Forklift training certificate or the ability to receive it.
• Strong attention to detail

• Assemblers are not required to lift more than 50 lbs by hand will be trained on fork trucks and cranes for the larger items
• Must be able to identify and measure material

• Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. 
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy

• Candidates should be familiar with and capable of using hand and pneumatic tools.
• Mechanical background a plus Strong attention to detail
• Electrical background a plus Strong attention to detail