Mechanical Assembler

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble and test according to blueprints, diagrams and specifications using hand tools, power tools, precision instruments and test equipment
• Read blueprints and technical orders to determine methods and sequence of assembly operations
• Examine parts for surface defects and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
• Align, fit and assemble component parts into completed units using hand tools, power tools, fixtures and templates
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to blueprint specifications using precision instruments such as calipers, etc.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision
• Work at different workstations as production needs require, or shift from one station to another during the assembly processes

Qualification Requirements

• Must be detail-oriented and balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess the ability to successfully plan, prioritize and organize work activities and adhere to strict deadlines, follow instructions, procedures, and policies; identify and solve problems
• Must be conscientious about assignments and complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner
• Require minimal supervision to successfully complete tasks and assignments
• Must demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignments/projects
• Must report to work at the scheduled time and maintain satisfactory attendance with limited unscheduled absences
• Must exhibit a professional appearance and behavior and maintain satisfactory performance consistent with expectations of the position and GMS policies
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with executives, colleagues, and individuals, internal or external
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management
• Must remain poised, professional, and diplomatic under pressure
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Must possess the ability and desire to encourage and facilitate a positive and productive work environment for all employees
• Must be able to work on site the standard 8 AM-5 PM, Monday – Friday schedule and overtime as required

Benefits

• Paid Time Off provided annually: 1 – 3 weeks of accrued vacation based on length of employment, 56 hours of sick leave, up to 3 Floating Holidays for personal observances, 10 Company observed Holidays
• Anthem HMO and PPO Medical Plan options
• To further your development in your position, GMS provides 50% tuition reimbursement* following the successful completion of approved courses. (* requirements apply)
• Anthem HMO and PPO Dental Plans options
• Anthem Vision Plan
• Company paid employee life insurance
• GMS seeks to provide our employees with growth and advancement, and we encourage promotion from within
• Supplemental Benefits – optional Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Monday – Friday standard work week
• 401K plan