Assembly Technician

MSR-FSR · Saugerties

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The Assembler I is responsible for putting together various parts based on mechanical and/or electrical prints and other visuals using both hand and power tools. In this position, you will work closely with other assemblers to connect components and construct our mechanical and/or electrical products.

This role will be part of the Manufacturing team and reporting to a Team Leader. Demonstrate best practice approach in the areas of safety, quality, timeliness of delivery, and efficiency.

Main Responsiblities:

• Follow technical instructions, interpret engineering blueprints, and technical terms
• Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process
• Discern quality of parts and materials used in productions
• Follow company procedures and directives
• Check output to ensure highest quality
• Keep records of production quantities and time
• Report on issues, malfunction, and/or defective parts
• Maintain the tools used to create products
• Keep a clean and well-maintained workspace
• Other duties may be assigned

Requirements

Position Requirements: 

• High School diploma required; prefer some college course work. 

• 1-2 years’ experience in construction, trade, or other hands-on assembly related background. 

• Ability to use and safely operate hand and power tools. 

• Proficiency in measuring and performing basic mathematics. 

• Ability to pass required drug screening and background check. 

• This is a safety sensitive position; the ability to maintain the appropriate standards is required. 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Promotes a cooperative Safety Team environment culture of mutual support. 

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Occasionally (less than 1/3 of the job) 

• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the job) 

• Continually (more than 2/3 of the job)     

• Frequently required to stand. 

• Frequently required to sit. 

• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. 

• Continually required to talk or hear. 

• Continually required to walk up to 5 miles per day. 

• Continually required to climb multiple flights of stairs. 

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. 

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts.  

• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.  

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 30 pounds.  

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including protective eye wear, hard hat, lab coat, gloves, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection. 

• Must be able to safely access and traverse indoor and outdoor obstacles for site inspections, including climbing ladders, walking on stairs, catwalks, and other types of uneven surfaces where activity inspections are needed. 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development

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