Assembler

The laser assembler will be responsible for material preparation, electro-mechanical assembly of laser sub assemblies, which may include: prep, optical, mechanical, harness, cable, and inspection,typically working to complete manufacturing orders, from models and/or drawings, within production.

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget.
• Follow written work instructions.
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.
• With support, may perform more detailed task that require deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals.
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Manufacturing, Quality
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
• Serve as a resource to others in support of task completion
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Proper use of required PPE
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
• May participate in LEAN Events, "Six S" activities, action teams etc.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, sub-assemblies, and inspection, typically working within Production.
• May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
• Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
• Must be trained across all assembly stages, andhave the ability to interpret/assemble all units in department.
• If required, perform all aspects of inspection: in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source
  

General Vacuum and cleaning of lab area
Set-up of racks and other production items as needed

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 2years of experience in specialty area e.g. mechanical assemble, ESD, Torque operations, safe handling of electric and fragile components.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 30lbs
• Walking
• Bending
• Sitting
• Standing

The expected pay scale for this position is $19.33/hr - $25/hr. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.