What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Component Assembler position at PowerRail Distribution Inc?
Company Description
PowerRail Distribution Incorporated is a certified AAR M-1003 distributor, manufacturer and remanufacturer of aftermarket locomotive parts, offering a wide range of products. We are North America’s leading aftermarket parts provider, supporting both EMD and GE locomotives. In addition to our broad locomotive line, we also provide products for Passenger Transit, Marine and Power Generation markets.
WE ARE AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY
We offer:
- Competitive compensation.
- Excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life, disability, Flex Spending, 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership with profit sharing
- Stimulating work environment with unlimited growth potential.
This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Exeter, PA
Job Description
Electrical assemblers complete the manufacture of a number of locomotive components such as controls stands, simulators, and rheostats by performing the following tasks:
- Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
- Assemble electrical or electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering or micro-welding equipment.
- Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic components to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Position, align, or adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.
- Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.
- Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
- Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or to provide openings for elements, wiring, or instruments.
- Fabricate or form parts, coils, or structures according to specifications, using drills, calipers, cutters, or saws.
- Confer with supervisors or engineers to plan or review work activities or to resolve production problems.
- Inspect or test wiring installations, assemblies, or circuits for resistance factors or for operation, and record results.
- Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified.
- Measure and adjust voltages to specified values to determine operational accuracy of instruments.
- Complete, review, or maintain production, time, or component waste reports.
- Distribute materials, supplies, or subassemblies to work areas.
- Pack finished assemblies for shipment, and transport them to storage areas, using hoists or hand trucks.
Qualifications
- A great attitude
- Mechanical knowledge and aptitude for working with electrical components.
- Experience using power tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot assembly issues.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Prior experience in electrical assembly is preferred but not required.
Work hours are 7:00 AM to3: 30 PM M-F. Overtime may be required if the workload is heavy.
Additional Information
Compelling Reasons to Work at PowerRail
- Employee-owned company
- Excellent schedule
- Great Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
- This is a full time position Monday through Friday day shift.
We are an employee-owned company - come join our team and be part of the PowerRail Future.
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PowerRail is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
PowerRail is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now, or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas.
