Assembler/Packager (1st Shift)

Overview

Assemble electronic or mechanical products from blueprints using assembly fixtures and power bench tools.  Cut & crimp wires, form, connect and perform simple soldering in accordance with instructions. Fit and align fine electronic assemblies, recognize defective parts, inspect and test final assemblies on a variety of assembly operations

Responsibilities

• Experience with Kanban Inventory process
• Count and record parts from inventory with accuracy using basic math skills 
• Communicate shortages, scrap and delays when applicable
• Read caliper, tape measure and interpret work instructions
• Identify the correct colored wire(s) per work instructions
• Operate small hand and power tools 
• Perform cuts, crimps, connections and soldering
• Use computer software to locate and print assembly drawings
• Identify and obtain accurate assembly fixtures as called by Work Order
• Assemble products to Work Order specifications
• Perform assembly tasks to meet daily production standards of quality and quantity
• Package product for shipment

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

• High school or general education (GED) preferred 
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) required
• 2 years mechanical or electrical assembly preferred

Skills and Abilities: 

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 
• Complete standardized written documentation and correspondence. 
• Professionally communicate in one-on-one and small group situations. 
• Ability to perform basic electronic tasks using computer software and Microsoft Office.                         

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Environment is a modern production facility with heat and air conditioning
• Ability to use fine motor skills (hand and fingers) to routinely manipulate assemblies, hand and power tools, wires, fixtures, and parts
• The job requires the operation of material handling equipment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally required to stand; bend, kneel, twist, reach overhead routinely to retrieve inventory or pack shipments
• Required to maneuver routinely
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds routinely
• Ability to lift 31 pounds to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to lift over 50 pounds with assistance occasionally
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds over shoulders occasionally
• Ability to lift over 25 pounds over shoulders rarely
• Ability to push/pull up to 25 pounds regularly
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Required to climb a ladder regularly
• Required to safely ride product up to 14 feet in the air while performing product testing