Assembler, Low Power

Cox and Company•Plainview, NY

22h

About The Position

Cox & Company, Inc. is seeking an assembler to assemble composite and electrometric materials using complex fixtures and tooling. The role involves following work instructions and manufacturing drawings, using measuring devices and hand or power tools, drilling and finishing composite and aluminum materials, installing hardware and harnesses, and inspecting finished products. The employee is expected to follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area. Work includes sanding composites in a vented grinding room while wearing a fitted particle mask, as well as mixing chemical adhesives. This is a full-time position located in Plainview. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and one or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The employee must be able to read and understand instructions and drawings, perform basic arithmetic, use a scanner for time, attendance, and work travelers, and meet the physical requirements of the job.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; one or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Previous experience in composite and electrometric material assembly is preferred.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and interpret drawings in English.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple instructions and deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; the physical requirements also state frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 25 pounds.
Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in composite and electrometric material assembly.

Responsibilities

Assemble composite and electrometric materials using complex fixtures and tooling.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, manufacturing drawings, and procedures.
Follow work instructions and drawings.
Use measuring devices such as calipers and scales.
Drill composite materials with close-tolerance carbide-bit drills using air hand drill motors, drill presses, or large drill fixtures.
Drill aluminum plates and countersink holes for different sizes of rivets.
Sand composites to achieve a quality finish in a vented grinding room while wearing a fitted particle mask.
Install nut plate hardware using cherry rivets and handheld riveters.
Mix a variety of chemical adhesives.
Install manufactured harnesses and crimp lug nuts.
Use hand and power tools to cut, shape, and finish materials.
Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines.
Use a scanner for time, attendance, and work travelers.