Assembly Operator - 2nd Shift (onsite)
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Assembly Operator performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes. The position is onsite in Coralville, Iowa, and requires availability to work the second shift. Shifts are determined by business needs; training is typically conducted on the first shift for up to four weeks. The role involves machine and/or manual assembly, including scope, soldering, computer work, and unique assembly processes. The operator follows procedures, routing, work instructions, drawings, and applicable quality-system requirements while taking ownership of process accuracy and meeting internal and external customer deadlines. The position also contributes to problem solving, cost reduction, waste minimization, audits, and continuous-improvement efforts, and coordinates with other functional groups about production issues. The work may require standing for long periods and lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds. Safety glasses and other safety equipment are required depending on the task. Candidates must be able to perform repetitive job responsibilities and maintain a strong focus on safety and quality. U.S. citizenship is required because the role involves access to information under a program or contract restricted to U.S. citizens.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; in its absence, two years of relevant experience is required.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Must be willing and able to work second shift.
- Must be willing and able to train on first shift for up to four weeks.
- Ability to work effectively in an environment with repetitive job responsibilities.
- Ability to focus on safety and quality.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Safety glasses and other safety equipment are required depending on the task.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions.
- Highly motivated and dedicated to exceeding customer expectations.
Responsibilities
- Perform machine and/or manual assembly.
- Perform scope, soldering, computer work, and unique assembly processes.
- Read and follow procedures, routing, work instructions, and drawings accurately.
- Take ownership of process accuracy and build parts to drawing specifications.
- Meet internal and external customer deadlines as determined by the team.
- Comply with applicable quality-system requirements (ACE).
- Use computer tools such as SAP and follow work instructions accurately.
- Achieve special-process certification where applicable and pursue continuous-improvement (ACE) certifications.
- Take a proactive role in problem solving and keeping processes moving on schedule.
- Coordinate with other functional groups to update, inform, acknowledge, or resolve production issues.
- Participate in cost-reduction plans, waste-minimization efforts, and audits.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
