Assembler

Job Description:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs a wide variety of duties to assemble, check, test and repair in-process electronic and/or mechanical assemblies (sub or final)

• Assemble, align, fit, adjust clearances and make wiring connections among component parts and ensure proper function and conformance of parts and/or finished products
• Clean, file hand ream, tap, straighten broach, and set bearings and bushings, perform incidental greasing, filing or shimming on assemblies or component parts as needed
• Perform wiring/assembly of switches, motors, circuits, sensors, cables, etc.
• Work from diagrams, sketches, routings, oral instruction, written work instructions and photos
• Perform operational testing procedures throughout assembly process and make any required adjustments, diagnose/correct mechanical/electrical troubles such as misalignment, timing, non-functional, malfunctioning component parts or assemblies
• Detect unusual conditions, specific problems or quality issues during assembly process and report to proper supervision (assembly errors or component parts)
• Follow test records and final procedures to evaluate the quality of the product, check field repairs, institute/make repairs, and retest
• Use hand tools, portable power tools, fixtures and gauges to build/measure performance of assemblies, sub-assemblies, component parts and complete units.
• Pack component parts/finished products and hand load on pallets
• Assist in maintaining inventories by making transactions to reflect material changes stock parts in designated locations using Kan Ban, and notifying supervision when shortages are imminent
• Observe good housekeeping/sustainability practices and follow all safety requirements, including preventative maintenance and inspection of tools and material handling devices
• Work and communicate well with others in a cross-functional team environment
• Train others as required to pass on acquired job knowledge
• Adhere to all plant rules and maintain proper attendance standards according to company policy
• Performs additional duties as required by supervisor

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Previous Hobart assembly experience is preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of computer/electronic handheld device
• Must be able to physically perform (stand, pivot, lean, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds) as job assignment requires