Assembler I

Leviton Manufacturing•St. Petersburg, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler I produces products and components by assembling parts and subassemblies, primarily basic copper or fiber products. The role prepares work by studying assembly instructions, engineering drawings, and/or visual factory materials. In St. Petersburg, Florida, the position includes basic copper or fiber patch cord assembly, labeling, and packaging, and works with team members and leaders to meet assembly targets, quality standards, and safety procedures. The position is primarily performed on a manufacturing floor. Work includes clerical and planning tasks as well as material handling, production assembly machine operation, walking, and assisting production employees. Moderate or high noise levels may occur, and hearing, eye, and foot protection may be required. Regular lifting up to 30 pounds and occasional lifting up to 45 pounds may be required. The role may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, eye/hand/foot coordination, and prolonged standing or sitting.

Requirements

Ability to read, understand, and navigate assembly process documents such as work orders and method sheets.
Ability to communicate and interact with team members and a supervisor to achieve assembly line targets effectively and efficiently.
Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions.
Basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, and measuring.
Ability to safely prepare, operate, and clean production equipment for cable assembly.
Ability to use judgment to identify potential safety hazards.
Ability to identify and segregate non-conforming materials and components.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to multitask and maintain a sense of urgency.
Willingness to learn new tasks and processes.
Minimum 3 months of experience working in a production environment.

Nice To Haves

High school education or GED preferred.
Previous fiber and/or copper assembly experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble parts according to work instructions, verbal instructions, drawings, and/or diagrams.
Read, understand, and navigate assembly process documents to assemble products.
Position parts and subassemblies using templates or measurements.
Examine connections for correct fit and fasten parts and subassemblies.
Monitor and report product quality and equipment findings to help meet production and quality standards.
Measure cable length according to customer specifications.
Complete production and quality forms to document work.
Perform assembly sequence duties consistently while meeting productivity and quality expectations and departmental productivity targets.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
Prepare, operate, and clean production equipment as appropriate for cable assembly.
Perform basic copper or fiber patch cord assembly, labeling, and packaging.
Communicate and interact with line team members, Group/Senior Group Leaders, and the Production Supervisor to achieve assembly line targets, quality standards, and safety procedures.