Assembler - Level 2

Swagelok Company•Solon, OH

30d

About The Position

At Level 2, the associate can perform job duties independently and operate according to standard work. They can complete some basic process changeovers and troubleshooting with guidance or help from a trainer or supervisor, and can recognize and solve routine problems. The role assembles and packages products and operates assembly equipment while supporting Swagelok’s operating plan, mission, vision, and values. The associate is expected to take a proactive, customer-focused approach to the job. The associate assembles components into complete or partial products, verifies material trace identification, follows part-handling and documentation procedures, performs in-process visual and gaging inspections, and recognizes and reports non-conformances. The role also includes routine equipment setup, daily equipment maintenance and cleanup, production documentation, administrative tasks using SAP, planning and prioritizing orders, recommending process improvements, and maintaining safety, housekeeping, and balanced workloads. Physical requirements include regular lifting of boxes weighing 25–35 pounds and occasional lifting of 35–50 pounds, as well as considerable standing, stooping, and bending. A pre-employment and annual vision acuity test may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Assembly experience is preferred, or related job aptitude such as the ability to follow basic instructions.
Ability to recognize functional and cosmetic defects.
Ability to use assembly equipment and follow standard work.
Ability to navigate a computer to access SAP, documents, qualification reports, and related materials.
Customer focus, reliability and integrity, flexibility, teamwork, communication, and accountability.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions and meet qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to lift boxes weighing 25–35 pounds regularly and 35–50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform considerable standing, stooping, and bending.
May be required to pass pre-employment and annual vision acuity tests.

Nice To Haves

Assembly experience.
Related job aptitude, such as the ability to follow basic instructions.
Eagerness to acquire new skills and a positive attitude toward changes and reassignments.
Ability to look for ways to improve, admit mistakes, and use the continuous improvement system.
Ability to share ideas and information, listen with an open mind, and respond non-defensively and non-judgmentally.

Responsibilities

Efficiently perform all Learner-level job functions.
Operate designated assembly and packaging equipment.
Perform job functions independently or with minimal assistance from a trainer.
Assemble components into complete or partial products according to standard work.
Perform routine or minor setup on basic equipment.
Verify trace identification information for materials used in each job.
Follow proper part-handling procedures and the documentation required for job functions.
Recognize non-conformances and inform a supervisor, team coordinator, or setup personnel.
Demonstrate product knowledge relevant to the job family, including basic part numbers, components, materials, and configurations.
Understand products, processes, and procedures to meet established standards and reduce quality escapements.
Answer questions related to Independent Assembler skills.
Perform daily equipment maintenance and cleanup.
Complete daily documentation, including tally sheets and cell board production records.
Perform in-process visual and gaging inspections during assembly.
Maintain safety and housekeeping standards in the work area.
Plan and prioritize daily orders.
Perform job-related administrative tasks using SAP.
Recommend process improvements.
Maintain a balanced workload during and between shifts.
Follow the daily equipment checklist and standard work.
Assemble, test, and package products.
Take personal responsibility for quality and fulfilling orders on time, support business goals, and work with others to meet customer needs.