What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift Assembly Operator position at RD Industries?
Summary
Summary
This position will be responsible for operating an automated machine that assembles individual components into a completed assembly as well as hand assembling components into finished products using special machines, hand tools, fixtures, and water testing units. The Assembly Operator will be required to use tools such as rulers and calipers, as well as lift heavy boxes and reels of tubing. The operator will also be responsible for changing machine configurations based on the jobs that need to be run, as well as assisting in training new Assembly Operators. Willingly completes other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions
- Accurately weighs and measures parts using scales, rulers, and calipers while inspecting their quality.
- Performs tool and fixture setups, takedowns, and changeovers, replacing machine parts as needed.
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures, properly using machinery safety features and reporting or correcting hazards.
- Upholds company core values, elevates concerns to appropriate parties, and completes accurate and timely documentation.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area and reports equipment issues immediately.
- Participates in training, applies learned skills promptly, and trains others as requested.
- Demonstrates reliable attendance and accurate timekeeping per company policies.
Competencies
Attention to Detail
Operation & Control
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Judgement & Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Manual Dexterity
Focus
Self-Motivation
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a production manufacturing warehouse. PPE Provided.
Physical Demands
Employees must meet the physical demands required to perform essential job functions, including regular talking, hearing, standing, walking, and using hands. Frequent tasks involve climbing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting 10–50 lbs.
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong comprehension of detailed instructions, design drawings, and system-generated reports (e.g., NetSuite planned and open order reports).
- Proficient in using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, and weigh scales.
- Adaptable to high-pressure, fast-paced environments while adhering to organizational policies and procedures.
- Reliable and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Due to safety requirements, must have the ability to read, write, and speak English without assistance.
Requirements
High School Diploma/GED
Prior Manufacturing Experience Required
Regular and reliable attendance is required
Must be able to read, write and speak in English without assistance
Other Duties
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities and may be updated at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential functions.
AAP/EEO Statement
RD Industries is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, protected veteran’s status, marital status, physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Core Values
RDI employees embrace the ACE THIS mindset: accountability, commitment, excellence, teamwork, humility, integrity, and stewardship. We take responsibility for our actions, collaborate effectively, and continually improve, all while upholding strong moral values, exceeding expectations, respecting others, and leaving things better than we found them. The RDI Core Values agreement is central to working at RDI.
