2nd Shift Assembly Operator

ITW•Gallatin, TN

About The Position

The Assembly Operator operates machines to assemble parts and products, conducts quality checks, and cleans and maintains the work area and equipment. The role involves preparing work by reviewing parts lists and gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials; producing components by assembling parts and subassemblies; and reading schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions. Components may be positioned or aligned manually or with hoists, and completed work is measured to verify specifications. The operator changes out parts, troubleshoots assembly and equipment issues, adjusts dimensions to meet specifications, and notifies a supervisor when additional resources or maintenance are needed. The position includes preventive equipment maintenance, use of gauges, labeling and weighing finished goods, and preparing products for shipment without mixtures or defects. Work is performed safely in a fast-paced environment, with other duties assigned as needed for training or operational support. ITW StampTech Fastener TM Division supplies stamped metal fasteners and engineered fastener assemblies to major OEMs and Tier suppliers in the North American automotive market. The division uses deep-draw stamping technologies and application engineering, and operates locations in Gallatin, Tennessee; Portland, Tennessee; Lexington, Kentucky; and Naugatuck, Connecticut.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
6–12 months of related industrial experience and strong troubleshooting ability.
Experience operating a forklift.
Basic computer knowledge.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to communicate professionally with the public and employees at any level.
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to work in a team environment or independently.
Ability to work overtime.

Responsibilities

Operate machines to assemble products and complete quality checks.
Produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
Position or align components and parts manually or with hoists.
Measure completed components to verify specifications.
Resolve assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications and notifying a supervisor when additional resources are needed.
Change out parts and troubleshoot to ensure product quality.
Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations, including 5S responsibilities.
Use a variety of gauges to ensure quality.
Label finished goods, weigh and check them, and prepare products for shipment free of mixtures and defects.
Notify a supervisor of machine issues requiring maintenance.
Perform assigned additional duties for training, assistance, or other management needs.