Assembly Operator

About the Company

Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service. From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on‑highway trucks, the company remains committed to learning more about its customers and offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. This all starts with its greatest asset…its employees.

Responsibilities

• Assemble various components, such as sheet metals, aluminum trimming, piping, etc.
• Mount generators and other components.
• Use various tools provided, such as drills, saws, tape measures, wrenches, and rivet guns to perform assembly duties.
• Follow documented Standard Work Procedures and blueprints to perform safe, defect‑free assembly and/or adjustment of components and prime product.
• Rotate to various positions within the job function area to perform related activities and cross‑train within the assembly process.
• Maintain an orderly and organized work area.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, following and utilizing principles of 5S, Continuous Improvement, Waste Elimination, and Standard Work Procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or GED (or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities).
• 1+ years of manufacturing assembly and/or construction experience.
• Experience with heavy and/or industrial equipment is preferred.
• Technical degree or certification is a plus.
• Prior experience using basic hand tools, impact and torque wrenches in a work environment (hobby/volunteer opportunities).
• Ability to successfully read a tape measure and compute basic math.
• Preferred: experience reading electrical schematics and basic electrical troubleshooting.

Work Environment

• Most of the time is spent standing/walking.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and around loud noises.
• Work at various heights, which may include the use of ladders, platforms, and scissor lifts.
• Appropriate Personal Protection Equipment must be worn.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. without assistance; lifting devices may be used to move components 35 lbs. or more.
• Travel is typically not required.