What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSEMBLER TECHNICIAN position at FITT USA?
FITT is a distinguished Italian brand with a rich heritage of quality, technology, design and sustainability.
For more 50 years, we have been dedicated to delivering exceptional and complete thermoplastic material pipes, hoses and systems for the transport of liquid, gas, and solid substances, that embody the essence of Italian excellence. As we embark on our manufacturing expansion into the United States, we are excited to bring our passion for excellence, sustainability, and commitment to quality to our existing and new customers.
With over 1,100 employees and 19 facilities worldwide, we are excited to be opening our new manufacturing plant in Anderson, Indiana. We look forward to contributing to the vibrant USA manufacturing landscape and building lasting relationships with our new community!
We are looking for a SECOND SHIFT Production Assembler to be part of a team that will support the achievement of productivity and efficiency goals, while directly impacting the quality of our products.
In this role the individual must be able to read and follow established procedures, collect materials needed to assemble a specific product, perform two-handed work with the manual dexterity to assemble small [less than 1/8 of an inch] and large parts, maintain efficient handling operations, perform minor adjustments on equipment and verify with quality that the assembly of the product has been done correctly per product specifications.
First Shift Hours are 7 am to 3 pm
Second Shift Hours are 3 pm to 11 pm
Third Shift Hours are 11 pm to 7 am.
Daily, onsite attendance is required at each job's location in Anderson, Indiana.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and company policies.
Duties include
- Gather materials needed to complete assembly work.
- Complete all set-up duties as defined by company policy and procedures.
- Performance of all assembly duties.
- Assemble finished products, ensuring all pieces are fitted correctly and according to standards.
- Perform quality checks with a high degree of accuracy, both alone and with input from the Quality Team.
- Perform minor machine maintenance.
- Keep workstation clean and uncluttered during the workday, and prepare the station as directed for the next work shift.
- Provide continuous support of the Production Supervisor’s activities to keep lines operating efficiently, including but not limited to cleaning the machines, applying gel to adaptors, and preparing pallets for finished products.
- Support supervisors and managers in applying control plans and procedures.
- Follow work instructions to consume materials effectively and efficiently.
- Inspect, separate, report and control non-conforming materials.
- Write Standard Operating Procedures [SOP's] that accurately depict the completion of assemblies, aligned with current work processes.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Generate and maintain organized and accurate activity logs.
- Other duties as assigned.
May require occasional overtime or weekend work.
May require working other shift hours.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
EXPERIENCE - REQUIRED
- Must have 2 years' experience with computers, touch screens and computer applications to keep job pace aligned with work standards.
PREFERRED
- Prefer 1 years' experience in warehouse operations.
- Previous experience operating pallet jacks.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES - REQUIRED
- Must have 2 years of proficient user experience with computers, touch screens and computer applications to keep job pace aligned with work standards.
- Ability to learn new software, eg, for entry of data and safety reports.
- Ability to read, speak and understand both verbal and written English language.
- Ability to identify data on an order, machine and product labels, with the ability to visually match data from the machine to the order, and from product to materials, to ensure accurate order fulfilment.
- Able to perform two-handed work and assembly tasks with the manual dexterity to handle small parts less than 1/8” in size and larger parts.
- Perform work safely in a physical job and warehouse environment that will have temperature fluctuations, including cold, heat and humidity.
- Possess a commitment to one's job, and to teamwork, with a high level of attention.
- Honesty
- Punctuality
- Error-free attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
- High EQ, with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Engagement with and interest in work-related duties, continuous learning, and improvement.
- Ability to respectfully interact with co-workers, managers, and external business partners and customers.
- A proactive mindset and approach to work.
- Initiative.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Qualified applicants must be able to
- Safely lift, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
- Stand and walk for an entire shift of 8 to 10 hours on hard concrete floors in steel-toed footwear without injury.
- Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Perform work safely in a physical job and warehouse environment that will have temperature fluctuations, including cold, heat and humidity.
- Perform work safely in a physical job and warehouse environment where machinery and moving parts are a continuous part of the job and safe interaction with the equipment is a requirement of the position.
