Assembler I

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is located in Prescott, AZ and is not available for remote work or relocation.

We are Canyon AeroConnect - located in Prescott, Arizona, for the past 50 years.   Canyon stands as one of the world’s leading suppliers of avionic-standard aircraft communications, navigation and audio/intercom systems. Canyon’s products have been widely adopted and proven in-service across a wide range of civilian, paramilitary and military fixed-wing and rotorcraft applications.  

Over the years, we’ve become known as the benchmark in aircraft tactical communication and audio equipment for Air Ambulance, Law Enforcement, SAR, EMS, Electronic News Gathering, Military and Marine applications. Products include digital and analog radio/audio management systems, Tac/Com, VHF/UHF radio systems, intercoms, data interface accessories, and aural warning.   

The successful candidate will join the team as an entry level Assembler I and will have the opportunity to grow with Canyon AeroConnect.  Canyon provides excellent training, and this could be the beginning to a long-term career path. The manufacturing team is responsible for the assembly of new avionics equipment including airborne radios for communication and navigation, airborne servers, audio control panels, audio management units, and other avionics instrumentation.

This position is responsible for assembly work in an ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) manufacturing environment.  The person works under supervision as part of our manufacturing team. 

Individual must be able to meet all minimum standards within 90 days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Records appropriate information in hand-written or electronic form.
• Responsible for inspection of piece parts (quality, right value, correct size, etc.), and quality of solder joints, wire wraps, wire dressing, etc.).
• Assembles in accordance with verbal, written, and visual instructions.
• Able to assemble electronic assigned work using miniature and sub-miniature hand tools, large and small-soldering irons, bending and holding fixtures and crimping tools, both hand and automatic.
• Required to make proper parts orientation – using symbols marked on certain components. Proper orientation to be determined by sample unit or written instructions.
• Meets or exceeds company standards for quality and output.
• Comply and uphold Canyon AeroConnect EH&S policies and standards.
• Comply with the Canyon AeroConnect Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Core Competencies:

• High level of mental/visual strain frequently required due to protracted close work with small components
• Able to follow verbal, written and visual instructions equal to elementary level education
• Able to work cohesively with a large group of people in close proximity to each other
• Able to perform repetitive, precision work
• Possess ability to sit for 8 - 9 hours a day
• Above average eye/hand coordination
• Excellent vision, depth perception, and ability to discriminate between colors required
• Regular & Reliable Attendance  
  • Consistent physical presence is required to effectively perform the job duties necessary for the role, such as immediate availability for customer interactions or team collaboration  
  • Employees must be physically onsite to perform the essential functions of their jobs whenever they are scheduled to work
• Works well with others to get a job done; able to understand and follow instructions and procedures; able to work well with staff, co-workers, peers and managers; shares critical information with everyone involved in a project; works effectively on projects that cross functional lines; helps to set a tone of cooperation within the work group and across groups; coordinates own work with others; seeks opinions; values working relationships

Key Measures and Milestones:

• On Time To Promise (OTTP)
• Completions to plan/schedule
• Performance of activities to defined standards

Level I – Entry (Inexperienced)

• KNOWLEDGE –Little or no knowledge of the job. Moderate understanding of general aspects and some understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.
• SKILL–Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
• COMPLEXITY-Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment. Has little or no role in decision-making.
• DISCRETION/LATTITUDE- Works under close supervision. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE-High School diploma (or equivalent) and no previous work experience.

Physical Demands:

• Tasks involve light physical effort in sedentary to light work; may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials (20-30 lbs.)
• Exposure to noise and chemicals
• May be required to pass eye tests and correct vision to acceptable standards

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Temperature controlled manufacturing department
• Overtime to include evenings and weekend work may be required

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive of every job function, duty and responsibility. Duties may increase, decrease and/or change as deemed necessary to support the department operations.