1st shift Production Assembler

Summary

If youd like a clean, comfortable, respectful working environment, great benefits, and every other Friday off (yes, really!), keep reading!

We are hiring production assemblers for aerospace/aviation manufacturing. We do painting, soldering, wiring, machining, quality inspection, and more. Our products go onto commercial aircraft, private planes, and fighter jets.

We offer a 9/80 work schedule where you can have every other Friday off with a slightly longer workday throughout the remaining week days. (NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS!!) You will be offered benefits starting the first of the month following your hire date, including paid holidays, health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), bonus, and other great benefits. Your 90-day probationary period will focus on attendance, quality, quantity, and LSIs core values (Teamwork, Passion, Continuous Improvement, Integrity, and Enduring Relationships.)

Shift Availability:

1st: 6:00 am to 3:30 pm

You are:

Able to read safety rules and work instructions in English

Able to learn to use measuring devices (scales, gauges, rulers, etc.)

Able to learn a specialized skill such as soldering

Able to follow safety rules and communicate effectively with coworkers and management

Able to learn to assemble hardware and electronics

You should apply if you meet the following:

You have basic to intermediate computer skills

You want to work with your hands

You have a high school diploma/GED/Equivalent

You like working with electronics and technology (no prior experience needed)

You are a US Citizen or Permanent Resident*

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The successful candidate will be able to display proficiency in the below tasks, as well as be expected to gain and excel in a variety of processes and procedures.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Exceptional hand-eye coordination and dexterity to deal with handling and manipulating materials and parts
• Ability to focus on the task at hand and pay attention to details
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively and professionally interact with others in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem and to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
• Previous team assembly experience desired

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Due to federal contract obligations, must be a US Person in accordance with ITAR.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities, however as successful associates train their peers via on the job/peer to peer training. Excellent and participative communication skills are rewarded at LSI.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

This position has no travel requirements.

Skills

Language Skills

Able to read, write and comprehend English instructions, correspondence, memos and specifications must be able to effectively communicate with a team of people. Must be able to be part of a team.

Communication/Leadership Skills

Must be able to effectively communicate instructions to team(s). Must be able to be responsible role model for all employees in the company. Must be willing to be a leader in the area(s)/department(s) and also work in a team environment with peers.

Mathematical Skills

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, common fractions and decimals.

Technical Skills

Production employees are assigned a computer and should be proficient in turning it on, navigating Windows, completing forms in a web browser, searching and reading electronic documents, using email and chat, completing a timesheet and more.

Reasoning Ability

Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Possess the ability to identify problems, deal with them, and work towards a solution.

Physical Demands *

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

Work Environment*

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• The physical demands and work environment 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.

Accommodation Request

Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail LSINY.jobs@astronics.com; or call: 716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

COVID-19 Considerations

The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.

Compensation

$18.50-$24.50/hour

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.