Mechanical Assembler I - 9:30AM - 6PM

Overview

For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.

The lifeblood of our organization are our frontline manufacturing professionals! Whether you are running a machine, assembling product, material prepping, or inspecting finished work, our manufacturing workers collaborate to create and build the world-class products that our customers have come to rely on. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. Whether you have just started to explore manufacturing as a career, or are looking for a place to call home in your next role, Chesterton wants you for our manufacturing team!

Our benefits offering include:

• “Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
• Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
• BCBS Medical Coverage
• Delta Dental
• 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
• PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
• Parental leave for moms and dads to be
• Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
• A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!

This job can be described as:

At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The Mechanical Assembler I is an entry level position and is responsible for the assembly of simple mechanical seals. Perform a variety of repetitive operations to assemble mechanical seals, products and sub-assemblies. Uses a variety of common hand tools and simple machines. Stores and retrieves materials as required. Must be able to work overtime as required, maintain a positive and focuses attitude, and be willing to support all of the team’s goals and objectives.

Job Model:  On-Site

All fully remote positions will require you to travel on site 2-4 times per month depending upon business needs at your own expense.

Hybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager.

On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.

A typical day at work would include:

• Performs a variety of repetitive tasks using simple hand tools, i.e., allen wrench, dental picks, etc. to assemble a seal.

• May operate engraving and/or etching machine as required.

• Performs simple in process quality control inspection to validate fit and function, i.e. evaluates if the seal fits together.

• Validates accuracy of components to shop order by part number and/or simple inspection criteria, i.e., o-ring inspection cone, inside diameter inspection via test shafts at the final assembly stage, inspects for thread hang-up, burrs, dirt and oil residue during assembly.

• Identifies all questionable components and isolates them for quality control rework as required.

• Identifies and selects appropriate packaging for each assembled seal in accordance with the shop order.

• Consults shop order and transcribes (hand-writes) date, lot number, and other designated information onto the packaging label.

• Maintains clean and organized work area in accordance to 5S policies and procedures.

• This specific role/function is subject to our On-Call Policy and may be required to remain available during off- schedule hours to support the business needs.

Experience you need coming into this job:

• Entry level. Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.

• Must become certified in assembling the level 1 seals and activities.

• Ability to work according to written/verbal instructions and procedures which will ensure safety on the job and efficient, effective assembly process.

• Performs work under limited supervision. No instructions needed for routine work. Detailed instructions given for special assignments.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed for the role.

• Must be capable of reading, understanding, and following a described sequence of events.

• Manual dexterity to utilize small hand tools and perform repetitive assembly tasks.

• Ability to operate simple machines, engraver, etc.

• Ability to make decisions based on a set of predetermined parameters.

• Flexibility to support the changing needs of the business. May be called upon to perform other departmental functions.

• Ability to work under pressure and work well with others.

• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees assigned to certain tasks within this job may be required to participate in our Medical Surveillance Program. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis. Ability to work and walk about in a manufacturing shop floor environment, wear required protective clothing, i.e., steel toe shoes and safety glasses. Also requires: Repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping and squeezing. Must be able to move, reach above the shoulders and bend freely. Must be able to adhere to any requirements of the job and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Exposure to high temperature and noise levels exists daily in the work environment.

Disclaimer:

A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Targeted pay range: $18.50/hr. - $19.50/hr.Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($18.50/hr. - $19.50/hr. DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available. All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.#LI-DNI

Salary : $19 - $20