Assembler III

Department: Assembly  |  Reports To: Assembly Supervisor

Job Summary

The Assembler III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for complex and advanced assembly work, process improvement, and technical mentorship. This role helps balance line stations to maintain consistent takt time and serves as a subject-matter expert supporting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Accountable For

• Successful build outcomes on complex builds and product variants run through the standard line
• Mentorship and skill progression of Assembler I and II staff
• Contribution to process improvement and build documentation quality

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical assembly across multiple product lines
• Lead new product introduction and prototype builds, translating them into standard work once proven
• Identify and resolve non-routine assembly and fitment issues
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on build improvements
• Review work for accuracy and adherence to standards
• Mentor and support Assembler I and II employees
• Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement efforts

Level Criteria

• Can lead a new product or prototype build and translate it into standard work for the line, with minimal engineering support
• Is sought out by peers and supervisors as the go-to resource for non-routine issues
• Can identify a line bottleneck and propose a station rebalance to restore takt time
• Has actively mentored at least one Assembler I or II toward promotion

Core Competencies

• Advanced Mechanical Assembly
• Technical Problem Solving
• Process Improvement
• Quality Leadership
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Standards Of Behavior

• Models safe behavior and reinforces it for others, not just self
• Takes ownership of quality across the build, not just assigned tasks, and coaches others to do the same
• Adapts quickly to new products, tools, or process changes and helps others adjust
• Escalates issues promptly through the established process

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4–7+ years of progressive assembly experience
• Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex build issues

Desired Qualifications

• Prototype or new product introduction (NPI) experience
• Experience contributing to manufacturing process improvements
• Prior informal leadership or mentoring experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while using required PPE