Mechanical Assembler

POSITION PURPOSE:

Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance to customer specifications.

• Position and align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.

• Set and verify parts clearances.

• Rework, repair, and replace damaged parts or assemblies.

• Read and interpret assembly blueprint and specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.

• Maintain and lubricate parts and components.

• Assemble systems of gears by aligning and meshing gears in gearboxes.

• Verify conformance of parts to job traveler and blueprints.

• Fasten and install piping, fixtures, or wiring and electrical components to form assemblies or subassemblies, using hand tools or rivet guns.

• Remove rough spots, and smooth surfaces to fit, trim, or clean parts, using hand tools and power tools.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Conducting tests and inspections of completed products to evaluate quality.

• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letter, words, pictures, mathematical operations). FHR009

QUALIFICATIONS / PRIOR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 2-3 years’ experience in assembly in the manufacturing environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work performed is in a non-climate-controlled facility with moderate noise levels that exceed OSHA limits requiring a hearing conservation program.

• Must be able to lift 25 – 50 lbs.

• Must be able to walk, talk, sit, stand, and communicate verbally continuously throughout the scheduled shift.

• Ability to work overtime when necessary

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.