Assembler

Milwaukee Tool · Sun Prairie

Assembler I

Job Description:

PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER I

Purpose of the Position:

The Assembler I is responsible for maintaining accuracy, quality, and efficiency while performing light assembly duties and production tasks.

The position reports to the Production Supervisor at Milwaukee Tool.

Work Schedule:

1st Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:00pm

2nd Shift: Monday- Thursday 3:00pm-1:00am

Weekend Shift: Friday-Sunday7:00am-7:00pm

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Light assembly and packaging of product
General warehouse duties: stacking, moving, arranging product
Maintains expected productivity output levels and completes assignments as scheduled
Builds assemblies to quality standards and print or work order specifications
Follows verbal and written procedures including when modified by a Lead or Supervisor
Maintains a clean and organized work environment including after task clean up, returning tools to designated locations and swept floor
Flexibility in daily tasks including rotating positions and changing work stations
Possibly operating minor machinery or equipment to aid in production processes
Adheres to IB implemented safety standards including (PPE), work practice controls, and OSHA guidelines
Is willing to learn new tasks, procedures and assemblies as needed
Listens, understands and follows instructions while learning new assignments
Recognizes unusual circumstances and asks questions to Team Leads when necessary
Requests are completed with a good attitude and by needed deadlines
May be assigned special projects and other duties

Skills & Qualifications:

Possess manual dexterity and good coordination
Must have good oral and written communication skills
Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills (including adding, subtracting, calculating percentages, converting minutes to hours, and performing basic Algebra)
Possess necessary basic computer skills for accessing and printing documents/labels
Possess ability to resolve minor problems, recognize normal and unusual situations
Ability to work with manual and/or power equipment and tools
Possess proven mechanical ability or aptitude
Is able to follow assembly simple production diagrams
Demonstrates strong multitasking skills in a fast paced environment
Accuracy and attention to detail required
Coachable and applies instruction immediately
Maintains a positive attitude and remains flexible to changing work environment

Education and/or Experience:

HS diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Previous production, assembly or packaging related experience preferred
Has worked independently and as part of a team
Basic English skills to understand quality, safety, work instructions, personnel information, etc.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The employee may be required to frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Prolonged standing of eight or more hours a day
Frequent walking
Occasional bending, crouching, twisting, reaching
Employees may be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in certain work cells

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.