What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembler position at Federal Signal?
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review order, build tickets and prints to determine required assembly, exterior finish or any special options.
- Assemble components according to drawings, instructions and established standards.
- Proactively identify and write material / hardware shortages on bay white board.
- Follow inventory replenishment processes.
- Report all non-conforming parts, materials or drawings to assigned Production Supervisor.
- Ability to input and scan work order data into MRP/JDE system using RF Scanner, keyboard and mouse and complete required reporting.
- Consult Assembly Lead/Supervisor on suggestion/guidance to resolve assembly problems.
- Follow all standard procedures and processes in accordance to assembly of machine in order to build a defect-free product. Complete required in-process inspection, repair any defects found and document critical quality information as necessary.
- Actively participate in continuous improvement of our products and processes to better serve our customers and improve the overall profitability of FS Solutions.
- Meet predetermined daily/weekly/monthly efficiency, productivity, utilization and ship schedule for final assembly and subassemblies.
- Follow and comply with all safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Perform all assigned safety / environmental inspections following the predefined process.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area complying with all 5S initiatives and proactively identify shop/equipment maintenance needs and note these on the bay white board.
- Ability to operate overhead crane system.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Candidates with the following skills will be given preferential consideration:
- Possesses advanced mechanical knowledge of hydraulic sytems,12-volt electrical systems, drive systems (including drive shafts, cogged belts or roller chains) or external engine assembly/repairs commonly found on mobile equipment.
- Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) controls and Can-Bus networks, a plus.
Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent with basic mechanical education; Certification in Diesel Mechanic a plus
- 6 Months related job experience
- Ability to read drawings, blue prints and work instructions
- Ability to obtain a Fork Lift Certification
- Ability to appropriately use measuring devices (dial indicator, volt meter, pressure gauge)
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for at least 6 hours per day.
