Assembler $20 - $24 - Smith Equipment - Watertown SD

ITW • Watertown, SD

49d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Smith Equipment is looking for a highly motivated team member to support business cell functions and operations. They would need to produce premium quality products to meet our customers’ needs. This role involves light assembly of fuel/oxy heating, welding, cutting and regulation products per specifications and prescribed procedures. The assembler will also set up and operate machines, perform inspections and tests, diagnose faults, conduct repairs, and utilize appropriate measurements and test equipment to ensure product consistency. Ensuring parts meet specifications, finishes, and special handling requirements, along with proper material handling and disposal, are key responsibilities. The position also supports continuous improvement by suggesting changes, maintaining a clean and orderly work environment, and performing routine maintenance on department machines and equipment. Maintaining department records and seeking ways to eliminate quality problems and improve productivity are also essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• No allergies to oils, solvents or solutions.
• Physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to stand all day.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cooperative and team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal/written) effectively with customers, suppliers and other employees.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret all applicable blueprints, schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform work as apparent or assigned.
• Light assembly of fuel/oxy heating, welding, cutting and regulation products per specifications and prescribed procedures.
• Set up and operate machines, processes or equipment.
• Perform inspections, tests and audits on processes, products and components.
• Diagnose faults, conduct repairs, and utilize appropriate measurements, inspection and test equipment and procedures to assure consistency in parts produced.
• Ensure that all parts meet specifications, finishes and special handling requirements utilizing appropriate documentation.
• Utilize proper storage, handling and disposal methods of all materials, including hazardous material when applicable.
• Assist in maintaining department supplies and consumables.
• Supports the department and continuous improvement concepts by suggesting changes and improvements.
• Keep department and machines clean and orderly and maintain housekeeping requirements.
• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety rules and ensuring that proper safety equipment is used.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and perform routine maintenance / preventative maintenance on department machines and equipment.
• Maintain department records per established procedures.
• Seeks and recommends ways to eliminate potential quality problems, to improve procedures and methods, and to increase productivity using the Quality Management System (policy, procedure, work instructions).
• Supports the ITW/Smith principles and philosophies: simplify, focus, flow, empower and trust.
• Set goals and targets that support the company, department and assigned tasks.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED