FEC - Assembler

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Job Title: Assembler
Shift: 1st

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Summary:
Federal Equipment Company has been a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of an assembler. The Assembler will have to perform the assembly and test the parts and valves according to the technical drawings and engineering specifications. The Assembler will share the status of the situation and any comments on the status and issues related to the assembly of the valves. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all assembly and testing tasks
• Perform all inspections required by the company's quality assurance (QA) program
• Perform all tasks in accordance with QA procedures and the company's training program
• Assemble parts based on Line Item Numbers that correlate with a Drawing BOM
• Complete OQE
• Sub-assembly and Large Assembly (torques, Loctite’s, or anti seize sub-assembly)
• Prepare for Shipping
• Disassemble returns to evaluate, fix and refurbish items
• Work with QC to put reassemble and complete run-off testing
• Transporting parts between buildings/departments with fork truck/pallet truck
• Adhere to company Malpractice & Ethics Policies
• Cross trains on various positions in the department
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED
• Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.
• Forklift training certificate or the ability to receive it.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to fractional equivalents.
• Ability to communicate information clearly
• Ability to collaborate with others and work independently
• Assemblers are not required to lift more than 50 lbs by hand will be trained on fork trucks and cranes for the larger items
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be able to identify and measure material
• Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy
• Candidates should be familiar with and capable of using hand tools.
• Mechanical background a plus Strong attention to detail

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled