Summary

Assemble, test, and evaluate electro-mechanical equipment, wire harnesses, and accessories in accordance with provided documentation (work instructions, schematics, pictures, and special instructions) and standard manufacturing procedures. Train other assemblers, assist with technical product assembly questions, and provide suggestions for process improvement. Write and update Work Instructions for equipment assembly. Assist engineering staff with testing and prototype building, build custom assemblies and perform other activities relating to process improvement or product development. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assembly (Production, Prototype, Custom)

• Perform assembly of manufactured electro-mechanical equipment (face plates, base plates, sub-assemblies, wiring, and circuitry) in accordance with provided documentation (schematics, pictures, and special instructions) and standard manufacturing procedures.
• Provide input to Production Manager, Lead, and/or Engineering regarding suggestions for product improvement, construction methods, and materials used.
• Test, troubleshoot, and correct manufactured assemblies before materials and equipment are sent to Shipping.
• Assemble prototype and custom builds following engineering guidance. Document assembly process and provide detailed information regarding materials used and suggestions for product improvement and enhancement.
• Maintain a clean and organized working environment.
• Participate in work area clean-up activity at end of day and end of week.
• Load Calibration Program Software

Service & Repair

• Perform evaluations, troubleshoot and repair equipment under warranty within Service & Repair time frame.
• Functionally test repaired equipment for quality assurance.
• Load software and firmware onto Heatcon equipment and verify functionality for quality assurance

Quality Control

• Perform thermal image scanning of manufactured heating blankets for quality assurance.
• Perform QC testing of subassemblies and finished products as required to fill in for normal QC staff or to develop and improve QC procedures
• Ensure all equipment used during the testing process is within the current calibration period.
• Complete quality control documentation, (including quality certificates) record testing data, and analyze results.

Facilities Maintenance

• Report and advise on production and facility maintenance to management.
• Maintain production and facility equipment as needed and on a routine basis.
• Support and assist in facility maintenance and improvements.

Training

• Assist in training of other assemblers and technicians.
• Assist with technical and product assembly questions from the Equipment Department.
• Provide solutions regarding work and process flow.

Documentation

• Write and update Work Instructions, Operating Procedures, and other assembly and test documentation in accordance with written procedures. 
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation including work orders and time clock punches. Document and account for all materials used and time expended.
• Verify bills of materials to reflect actual parts used or configuration changes.
• Document prototype assembly to assist in writing work instructions for production and testing.
• Assist production personnel with Non-conformance Reports (NCRs) when technical assistance is required to resolve the issue.

This position does not require supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience 

Completion of a six-month electronics, electrical, or mechanical training program or three years of technical/electrical experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to assemble, test and troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment, and perform quality control functions. Must be able to read and understand electrical and pneumatic schematics. Must have a working knowledge of electricity, electronics, hand and soldering tools and have ability to read a multi-meter.

Computer Skills

Ability to use a personal computer to perform light data entry. May be required to upload embedded software programs. Must have a working level knowledge of the MS Office Suite (or equivalent) in order to create and modify Word Documents, Power Point presentations, and Excel spreadsheets. Must be able to manipulate JPG images from a camera and incorporate the images into the MS Office Suite as required to produce Production and Engineering documentation and presentations.

Language Skills 

Ability to read and comprehend work instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple instructions. Ability to effectively relay information one-on-one and in small groups to other employees and management.

Mathematical Skills 

Ability to apply concepts of arithmetic and algebra.

Reasoning Ability 

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Employee must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and have excellent hand-to-eye coordination. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to use fingers, hands, and arms to manipulate and shuffle documents and use writing instruments. The employee is regularly required to walk, stand, balance, sit for prolonged periods, speak clearly, and hear. The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, reach, bend, and crouch. The employee must regularly turn and twist while holding 25 pounds and lift and/or move 35 pounds.

Safety Rules

Employees are required to know and abide by all safety rules and programs. Employees must observe and practice safe working conditions and report any condition that does not meet safety standards. Under state law, employees have a duty to immediately report all accidents to their employer. Work areas should be kept clean and well-organized.

Work Environment 

Drug-free working environment. Combination of usual office conditions and production area. Some elements in the production area may be present which make conditions less desirable than usually found in an office setting. Employee may occasionally experience exposure to elements such as odor, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals. The production area is a chemical working area; food is not allowed. 

AAP/EEO Statement

HEATCON is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability. Applicants are considered based on knowledge, skills and abilities, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.