Manufacturing Assembler

Description Summary The Manufacturing Assembler is responsible for using various hand and power tools to assemble parts according to work instructions to meet customer specifications and quality standards in a safe manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work instructions, blueprints, customer drawings and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, hand tools and materials needed to complete tasks Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures to manufacture sub-assemblies per customer and quality requirements Calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and measuring instruments including but not limited to calipers, micrometers, height gauges, measuring tapes, etc. Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Supervisor or applicable personnel (i.e. Management, Quality Control Inspectors, Engineering staff, etc.) to obtain clarification, minimizing scrap and error rate Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs when necessary (i.e. oiling pneumatic air tools, etc.) Comply with policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory guidelines per company quality system notifying applicable personnel of quality issues Complete all administrative functions related to business or quality systems (i.e. Production Logs, etc.) Maintain continuity among work shifts and/or departments by documenting and communicating actions taken, irregularities that occurred and continuing needs Ensure work assignments are carried out to the highest quality ensuring customer specifications are met Provide hands-on job function training to co-workers as needed Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies, reporting shortages to applicable personnel Carry out all orders of Management efficiently while harmoniously working as part of a team to meet company goals Follow all company policies and procedures, maintaining a professional relationship with colleagues, customers, vendors and associates Maintain a clean and organized work area in order to facilitate manufacturing functions Utilize computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information Maintain and update filing and database systems either manually or using a computer Manage time to determine priorities in order to effectively accomplish a broad range of activities Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the customer’s experience Communicate in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner with all employees, customers, management, and others with whom we may work. Contribute to a successful work group and foster a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, high employee engagement, and the constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the organization’s strategic goals. Other duties will be assigned during the course of employment. Requirements Qualifications Previous manufacturing assembly experience Previous experience using hand tools (i.e., hand tools, die cutter press, etc.) Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate effectively in the English language Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to professionally and efficiently complete manufacturing tasks Ability to work collectively with team members Highly developed sense of integrity and commitment to customer satisfaction Professional appearance Physical Work/Environment Requirements Position in a warehouse environment and requires the use of various types of equipment (hand tools, power tools, etc.) Requires light to heavy lifting Requires continuous sitting, standing and walking Physical Demand Sitting: Constant 67-100% - Sit on adjustable computer chair at desk (may stand) Standing: Constant 67-100% - Intermittently stand on tile, carpet or cement floor Walking: Constant 67-100% - Walk among workstations on tile, carpet or cement floor Heights/Ladders/Stairs: Seldom 0-10% - Use ladder to retrieve product from shelves Twisting at waist: Occasional 11-33% - Twist to lift product/documents Bending/Stooping: Occasional 11-33% - Alternate bend/stoop Squatting/Kneeling: Occasional 11-33% - Alternate squat/kneel Crawling: Never Reaching Out: Occasional 11-33% - Pick product from shelves and retrieve documents Talking/Hearing/Seeing: Constant 67-100% - Talk/hear/see people/English documents/instructions Working Above Shoulders: Occasional 11-33% Handling/Grasping: Constant 67-100% - Hold/grasp controls, hand tools, documents/products Fine Finger Manipulation: Constant 67-100% - Keyboard typing, writing, filing, controls on equipment Foot Controls: Never Driving: Never Repetitive Motion: Constant 67-100% - Computer mouse use, keyboard typing Vibratory Tasks: Never Lifting 15 lbs.: Occasional 11-33% - Lift work documents and/or product Carrying 15 lbs.: Constant 67-100% - Carry work documents and/or product Pushing/Pulling 15 lbs.: Occasional 11-33% - Push/pull product to load/unload, open/close file cabinet Comments: Alternate body movements may be used per employee discretion Reasonable Accommodation Notice Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions, ask Manager.