Mechanical Assembler

Description

Responsible for the mechanical assembly of components and packaging parts in preparation for storage or shipment.

• Uses hand held manual or power (pneumatic or battery) tools to produce parts within specifications.
• Applies labels and decals to parts using sample part as a guide and as instructed.
• Visually inspects parts prior to packaging and when required, inspects and uses tape measure and calipers on parts to ensure dimensions are maintained.
• Counts parts to ensure job quantity is accurate and production rates are being met or improved upon.
• Records production and indirect activities in manufacturing execution system (MES) to accurately report production activities including time spent, quantity produced and any rejected parts.
• Notifies Supervisor or Lead person about parts that are not made per specifications. 
• Properly packages parts in designated boxes or on skids to make sure they are stored and transported without damage.
• Uses MES stations to produce move labels to attach to finished part containers identifying customer, part number, quantity, and shop order information.
• Identifies, labels and returns unused components such as hardware to Supervisor or Lead person after completion of mechanical assembly activities. 
• Works independently or as team member to produce parts in most efficient manner utilizing lean methodology whenever possible.
• Cross trains through all mechanical assembly tasks when working as team member on a production process line.
• Communicates with coworkers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate job activities.
• Follows all safety procedures and wears safety equipment or apparel, as required.
• Performs all job functions to meet acceptable quality and performance standards.
• Ensures work area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner and company tools are returned at end of shift to the Assembly Supervisor or Lead person.

Requirements

· No prior work experience required

· Mechanical aptitude is needed. 

· Basic math skills are necessary

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Previous manufacturing experience or familiarity with assembly tools is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

· Exert 25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently

· Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms

· Ability to communicate with others and accommodation as required to listen to equipment and monitor paging system

· Accommodation as required for reading documents, prints and computer screens

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Typical metal manufacturing environment with exposure to powder coat paint facility. Active work that primarily involves walking, standing, bending and lifting.

Benefits Programs

· Group Medical, Dental and Vision insurance available at 31st day of full-time employment. 

· Company-provided Term Life Insurance on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 90 days of employment.

· Participation in our 401(k) program on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 30 days if employment, which includes fully vested company matching.

· Short and Long Term Disability program after 1st year of employment.

Paid Time Off 

· Company Paid Holidays after 30 days employment.

· IL Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLA)

· Vacation Time is based on employment anniversary and will be given per the following schedule: 

1 week after 6 months, 1 week after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years, 3 weeks after 5 years.