Job Description

Assembler I

Assembler II

Assembler III

Summary

Performs basic assembly of parts to form complete units or subassemblies. Receives detailed written and verbal instructions on all work.

Performs moderately complex and intricate assembly of parts to form complete units or subassemblies.

Performs a wide variety of advanced and complex assembly activities. Receives general instructions on new assignment.

Level Distinction

Must be able to perform up to 2 distinct job functions within the group/dept.

Must be able to perform multiple job functions within the group/dept or an advantage technical function such as brazing.

Must be able to perform majority of job functions within the group/dept or an advantage technical function such as trouble shooting. Must be able to rotate workstations as needed.

Essential Functions

• Follows established procedures and guidelines to complete assembly steps in a timely manner as outlined by the department supervisor.
• Maintains a safe work environment and identifies/reports potential hazards to management.

• Reviews product specifications/blueprints to ensure that assembles and sub-assemblies meet required standards.
• Monitors quality and makes the appropriate adjustments to correct problems.
• Works with process improvement teams to suggest new ideas and solve problems.
• Maintains required level of productivity to ensure that department goals are reached.
• Maintains a safe work environment and identifies/reports potential hazards to management.

• Works from production/assembly instructions, parts lists, diagrams, verbal instructions and notes to assemble a wide variety of components.
• Monitors the quality of output to identify, discard, or rework faulty products.
• Provides supervisors and managers with process improvement suggestions.
• Provides on the job training and/or technical assistance to other employees on specific tasks as needed.
• Rotates work stations as needed for absence team members.
• Maintains required level of productivity to ensure that department goals are reached.
• Maintains a safe work environment and identifies/reports potential hazards to management.

Education & Experience

Little or no prior relevant experience is required.

Two years of assembly or operator experience is required. Ability to operate a variety of machine tools and follow instructions. Must be dependable and work well in a team environment.

Five years of advantaged manufacturing production experience is required. Solid verbal communication and listening skills.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to use hand/power tools and other special equipment.
• Ability to read, write and perform standard assembly related tasks

• Manual dexterity and the ability to carry out repetitive tasks quickly and methodically
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, schematics, and written work instructions
• Mechanical aptitude

• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in manufacturing production.
• Ability to recognize quality problems with materials and work in process.
• Advanced shop skills and equipment operation knowledge