Assembler II

Powell Industries, Inc.•Houston, TX

35d•Onsite

About The Position

An Assembler II is responsible for putting together components or parts to create finished products. They follow blueprints, work instructions, or diagrams to assemble products using various tools and equipment. Assemblers may work in manufacturing or production environments and may be required to perform quality checks and ensure that products meet specifications. They may also be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area and reporting any issues or defects to supervisors. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as part of a team are important skills for an Assembler.

Requirements

Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
2-4 years of experience in assembling medium to large sized metal boxes/enclosures or electrical switchgear
Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Basic knowledge of operating desktop computer.
Safely use variety of hand/power tools.
Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Basic MES system knowledge, Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and assemble instrument doors
Build and assemble mechanical components for Switchgear and/or Breaker units according to engineering drawings and customer specifications using master copy, spec sheet, front elevation and WO files
Perform maintenance and proper use of tools.
Perform in process inspections; ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
Perform all ship prep functions including splitting gear.
Assist in Root Cause Analysis on engineering changes and correct discrepancies
Assist a small team of employees to complete a specific task assigned as assigned by lead assembler and/or supervisor
Perform mechanical adjustments for switchgear
Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.