Assembler

Powell•Houston, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler puts together components and parts to create finished products, following engineering drawings, customer specifications, work instructions, and diagrams. The role assembles electrical units, switchgear, breaker units, and other Powell products in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Assemblers perform in-process inspections and help ensure products meet quality requirements, maintain tools and an organized work area, and report potential product-quality risks. The position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor of the Assembly department.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
Ability to read a tape measure, including converting between fractions, decimals, and metric and imperial measurements.
Basic knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to follow direction, stay focused on goals and responsibilities, and deliver work on time.
Ability to take initiative and handle multiple tasks.
Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes, and product changes.
Integrity and ethical decision-making.
Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable completion of job tasks.
Ability to work effectively with a team and other departments.
Ability to maintain balance and agility while walking, standing, crouching, and using stairs or step ladders.
Ability to bend, extend arms and hands in any direction, stand and walk continuously, and frequently use upper extremities, including working with arms above the shoulders and at full length.
Ability to work from ladders and at heights, usually up to 20 feet, using proper lift and fall-protection equipment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and respirators when required.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer knowledge.
Basic written and verbal command of English.
Prior ability or interest in building or repairing mechanical components.
Ability to read and understand specification sheets and use hardware according to specification requirements.
Basic knowledge of one-line and three-line drawings.
Safety training certificates.

Responsibilities

Build and assemble mechanical components for switchgear and/or breaker units according to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
Maintain and properly use tools.
Perform in-process inspections, follow standard work instructions, and identify potential risks to product quality.
Perform ship-preparation functions, including splitting gear.
Promote a safety culture and attend safety meetings.
Keep work areas clean and well organized.
Follow direction from Senior Assemblers and Lead Assemblers.
Learn and adhere to manufacturing policies and practices to support ISO requirements.