Assembly Mechanic - Manufacturers Rd.

Default•Chattanooga, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Department Production Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Leader, the Assembly Mechanic safely performs a variety of tasks to assemble, fit, and join components used in the production of heavy and large mechanical products. Work must meet specifications and production schedules. The role involves making independent decisions with minimal direct supervision when provided with appropriate instructions. The Assembly Mechanic uses tools and equipment to make or repair parts, collaborates with other line workers, follows company and industry safety requirements, and accurately follows diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and verbal or written instructions. The employee identifies defective items and handles them according to established procedures. The role is performed in a shop manufacturing environment. Exposures may include moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outdoor weather, and risk of electric shock. Employees may occasionally encounter dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and very warm or chilly temperatures. Shop noise can be very loud and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
0–2 years of heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.
Knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, and procedures required.
Ability to correctly use and read a tape measure and read and understand job-related blueprints required.
Ability to read drawings and blueprints accurately.
Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
Dependable, dedicated to completing work assignments correctly, and able to use time wisely.
Adept at problem-solving and adaptable to new situations and challenges.
Able to work alone with reasonable and appropriate instructions, training, and supervision, and respectfully and professionally with others in a team environment.
Ability to communicate clearly and completely, express needs, and ask questions.
Ability to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to meet production standards and deadlines.
Ability to accept constructive criticism, make subsequent adjustments, and rework incorrect tasks completed by oneself or others.

Nice To Haves

Relevant trade school or college coursework desired.
Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open or close files.

Responsibilities

Clean and assemble component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies.
Use hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks.
Remove burrs and rough spots from parts using a hand file, hone stone, or portable pneumatic grinder.
Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move parts and materials into and out of the work area and to assemble large components.
Perform minor adjustments, repairs, or equipment and machine setups under supervision.
Perform job functions safely in accordance with plant safety standards and immediately report problems to the Team Leader or Department Supervisor.
Use tools properly to make or repair parts and products.
Collaborate with other line workers to assemble products.
Comply with company and industry safety requirements.
Follow diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and verbal or written instructions accurately.
Identify defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include basic welding, washing, priming, and painting components or assemblies.