Assembler

Regal Rexnord•New Hartford, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler builds parts into complete units or subassemblies at one or more workstations or other assigned locations. The role uses hand tools, small power tools, air guns, and specialized equipment, and may involve reassembling or reworking units, performing basic preventative maintenance on assembly equipment, and moving materials with hand trucks. The position is fully onsite at the designated Regal Rexnord office. Assemblers follow blueprints, other drawings, and written work instructions. They perform a range of production and assembly operations, inspect and test finished units against specifications and customer requirements, maintain production records, and follow safety rules and Lean practices. The work takes place in an industrial environment with moving mechanical parts, oils, grease, coolants, and possible distracting noise. Physical tasks include standing, walking, sitting, using hands, and lifting materials. The role requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Lifting may be up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Federal export-control restrictions may limit eligibility to U.S. persons.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and other work-related documents.
Basic mathematics skills and ability to read measuring devices.
Attention to detail and ability to identify small defects and potential product problems.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, using hands, and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Up to 3 months of assembly experience.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints, drawings, and detailed written work instructions to guide assembly.
Place assembled items in boxes and bins and sort them into designated locations.
Monitor assembly lines and related machinery for proper functionality.
Set up and operate equipment and processes for burnishing, drilling, press assembly, painting, manual assembly, parts washing, wash-tank startup, magnetizing, encapsulation, wire termination, electrical checks, and soldering.
Assemble components and position, align, and fasten units using hand and power tools, including air guns.
Perform quality checks, visually inspect and test finished units, and verify they meet specifications, tolerances, and customer-order requirements.
Complete and maintain production records.
Measure parts and tolerances using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and verniers.
Pull and load components onto the assembly line and place boxed finished products in designated locations.
Follow all safety rules and protocols.
Apply, recommend, and follow Lean practices.
Reassemble or rework units as required and perform basic preventative maintenance on assembly equipment.
Move materials using hand trucks when required.