JOB SUMMARY:
Assembly operators follow operative guidelines to build a product for a company based on blueprints and instructions. Their duties include checking that items are fully assembled, ensuring that safety protocols are followed, and troubleshooting any issues found during production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job description represents only the primary areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential duties and responsibilities should be listed in the order of importance/majority of time spent.
Building products on the assembly line according to drawings, instructions, or schematics.
Following established safety and efficiency procedures to ensure that operations run smoothly.
Inspecting assembled products for any faults or defects.
Loading product pieces slated for assembly onto the line and packing assembled products into boxes for storage.
Stopping and/or halting production if machinery fails or a major defect is detected.
Reporting incidents, faulty operations, or product imperfections on the assembly line to management.
Working on the production line and meeting production targets.
Maintaining a clean workstation and production floor.
Assembling products and parts.
Following production guidelines and specifications.
Finalizing and packaging products for shipment.
Operating and maintaining machinery and production line equipment.
Taking part in product development meetings.
Verifying dimensions and product specifications.
Ensuring that all the required parts for assembly are present.
Marking cutting lines on material. Working cutting machine.
Ensuring that all parts are properly fitted, aligned and screwed in.
Build wooden crates if needed.
Reporting and detailing product malfunctions.
Adhering to assembly safety standards.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Knowledgeable in manufacturing safety protocols and regulations.
At least 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Able to use and understand measurements and using tape measurement tools is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE:
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Spreadsheets, Word Document, etc.) preferred.
Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
English Language-Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.