Assembly Associate

Job Summary

General responsibility for production related operations to manufacture drive shafts. Work may include the use of hand tools, power tools, gauges, fixtures, and machinery.

Essential Functions

• Assembly machine operation in auto and manual cycles per the certification and/or work instructions
• Manual loading and unloading of assembly machines and part containers
• Use of various gauges to measure product characteristics
• Collects, records, and analyzes quality data as required
• Complies with QS 9000 / IATF 16949 requirements
• Maintains production schedules and targets as defined by the production plan, Supervisor or Line Manager
• Maintains machine set-up and conformance to specifications

Additional Responsibilities

• Acquire training and certification per the Assembly Coordinator, Supervisor, or Line Manager
• Trains, monitors, and assists temps or new hires per the Assembly Coordinator, Supervisor, or Line Manager to acquire certifications and training

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Understanding of tolerances limits
• Basic understanding of industrial machines and gauges
• Familiar with “lean” production concepts
• Knowledge of both metric and English measurement systems
• Knowledge of basic mathematics skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Must have at least 2 years Manufacturing experience

Specific Skills

• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to read and write English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk/move about a 500,000 sq ft manufacturing facility: 100% of the time
• Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 90% of the time
• Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 70% of the time
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs on a frequent basis: 40% of the time
• Must be able to lift over 40lbs on an infrequent basis: 15% of the time
• Must be able to sit at a work station: 0% of the time
• Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the time
• Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc.
• Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferences
• Must be able to wear a painting suit and/or respirator
• Must be able to work with paints/solvents/cleaners
• Must be able to work any shift as required including overtime as needed

What we offer!

• Competitive Base Salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life/Long-Term/Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Matching 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development opportunities
• and many other benefits