Assembler III

Responsibilities

Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools; Cross trains in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business needs; Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business; Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs; Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information; Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity; Provide basic training to employees on work instructions/standard work as needed; Flex to multiple workstations based on business needs; Perform complex assembly work within tolerance and quality standards at the defined rate; Suggest and implement improvements to existing equipment, designs, and/or processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity; Retrieve information as needed within ERP system; Provide training to employees on work instructions/standard work; Contributes to identifying problems and implementing appropriate countermeasures; Uses initiative and judgment to lead problem solving and implementing appropriate countermeasures; Proficiently access information and perform transactions as needed within ERP system; Lead team meetings and exchange job related information; Solve problems independently within designated authority level; Frequently train employees on different aspects of the department including work instructions/standard work; Participate in continuous improvement programs along with problem solving production related concerns; Consistently follows through on team commitments, communicates, and demonstrates accountability; May perform lead responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment; 2 years of complex assembly or related experience; Detail oriented and organized; Ability to effectively communicate in a team environment; Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments; Ability to understand and execute advanced standard assembly procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use advanced hand tools; Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions; Ability to act safely while following establish procedures, processes and policies; Ability to perform more complex assembly skills; Intermediate computer knowledge (such as using electronic work instructions); Understands principles of basic machine operations assembled.

Nice to have

Manufacturing or mechanical experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes; Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics); Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.); Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work.