Amerex - 1st Shift Production Assembly

Amerex is a global leader in fire suppression products, driven by a commitment to team members, communities, and customers. We embrace individual differences and actively recruit from diverse backgrounds and skill sets. Our culture is built on eight guiding principles: Teamwork, Excellence, Communication, Leadership, Environment, Safety, Accountability, and Trust.

About the role

The Production Assembler will use a variety of hand and power tools and fixtures to correctly assemble various fire extinguisher parts and pack according to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand tools or machines to assemble parts.
• Clean and maintain work area and equipment, including tools.
• Read and decipher schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with company work and safety rules, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity – the ability to precisely assemble parts/assemblies on a fast-paced production line.
• Comprehend and follow blueprints, work instructions, EHS, job procedures, JSA’s, and applicable paperwork.

Requirements

• At least eighteen (18) years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to pass a post-offer drug test, background check, and fitness review.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail and self-motivation skills.
• Willing to train, work, and rotate through all department work stations and work in other departments as needed.
• Capable of working in seasonal high temperatures and humidity (conditioned air environment).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting of materials and product up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of standing/walking and performing light physical labor uninterrupted for periods of up to three (3) hour intervals.
• Frequently bend, stoop, push, and reach during the shift.
• Frequently stand, walk, climb ladders, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance.

Schedule

Regular schedule: 6:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday. Mandatory overtime on Fridays will be required.