Assembler Level 1

Assembler I – 1st Shift

Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:30 AM - 4:00 PM, occasional OT Fridays

(Starting pay is $15 per hour with Career Laddering Opportunities)

New employees eligible for:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
• 11 Paid Holidays in Calendar Year
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Monthly Attendance Bonus
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement

Status:  Full-Time

Reports to:  Assistant Supervisor

Position Description:
Performs operations related to product assembly.
Exhibits knowledge of operations in assigned work area, assists in training of other operators, and projects a positive example for others to follow in the workplace.  Freedom to act, under close supervision, in semi-structured assignments that normally require adherence to defined procedures and/or specific, detailed instructions with limited originality.  Solves problems of limited scope and complexity.  Demonstrates Viant values.

Position Authority:
This position has the authority to stop production at his/her workstation if there is question or concern about the acceptability of materials, assemblies or processes that affect the quality or safety of Viant products.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs assembly and/or packaging operations per approved documentation and training.
• Applies acquired knowledge of company’s quality system to complete and review required documentation.
• Inspects product and paperwork for compliance to production standards.
• Performs daily cleaning of workstation and work areas per quality systems requirements.
• Maintains high standards in quality and throughput, within company norms for rejects and output.

Knowledge and Education:
High school education or equivalent. Working knowledge of quality system requirements.

Job Experience:

0-6 months experience preferred but not required. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrates understanding of the product and process flow for assigned work area(s).
• Qualified to operate equipment in assigned work area, if necessary.
• Maintains a positive attitude with respect to changes in processes, methods, and work assignments.
• Once trained, able to work with little supervision. Demonstrates ability to train other operators.
• Possesses communication skills sufficient to read and write clearly and distinctly in English.
• Performs basic arithmetic calculations. Handles multiple tasks simultaneously.

Equipment Used:

• Solvent Dispenser 
• Solvents and Adhesives
• Tube Stretcher
• Arbor Press
• Pneumatic Press
• Go/No-Go Gauge
• Bar / Tray Sealer
• Stretch Wrapper
• Pallet Jack
• Air Gun
• Heat Gun
• Rivet Gun
• Leak Tester
• Automatic Bartacker

Physical Requirements:

• Light physical activity performing non-strenuous, day-to-day activities of a primarily productive nature. 
• Moderate lifting (20 lbs.), carrying (10 lbs.), bending, and prolonged sitting. 
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and material. Intensive handwork.
• Requires the ability to identify and distinguish colors and shapes.
• Requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Well-lighted, air-conditioned, indoor laboratory/production setting with adequate ventilation.