Automotive Assembler - 1st Shift (20.45+ per hr)

About Frontline, An Oshkosh Company

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, has been the leading custom communications vehicle manufacturer since 1985 and has built over 2,500 highly customized vehicles for this industry. Our team members design and manufacture high-quality, reliable broadcast and communications vehicles for electronic news gathering, satellite uplink, field production, bonded cellular Live&Drive, and weather reporting applications without the use of subcontractors, all under one roof. As part of the Oshkosh family, we have the unique ability to leverage our manufacturing, procurement and engineering resources across the breadth of our organization, making our products truly unique and built for breakthrough.

Why Work at Frontline?

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellbeing Program
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Confidential Team Member Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with Immediately Vested Company Match

Job Summary

Assemblers are responsible for safely assembling equipment by following instructions by supervisors or trainers. These assemblies vary in size and require the use of a variety of mechanical, electrical and manual tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Able to follow directions to utilize proper tools to align, drill and secure components with correct bolts and torque to specifications.
• Cut, fit, bend, and adjust parts for fit or function.
• Ability to accurately use and read a tape measure.
• Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Able to perform assembly operations in designated work area.
• Assemble parts and subassemblies to create components.
• Assemble parts correctly.
• Drill holes for wires, hoses and small parts.
• Operate a torch or grinder to cut and shape parts.
• Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Install various truck accessories (decals, stencils, trim, carpet, flowering).
• Lift and stack completed subassemblies and parts up to 35lbs.
• Train and work in various areas of assembly in response to production demands.
• Follow verbal and written work instructions.
• Attention to detail necessary to adhere to quality standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Regular attendance required.
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-1 Year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Previous experience with basic hand tools.
• Demonstrated experience using various small and pneumatic hand tools.
• Requires the use of simple arithmetic and measuring instruments such as caliper, scale, and measuring tape.