Assembly Operator 1st shift (5:00am-1:30pm)
About The Position
Set up and operate assembly machines for the assembly of precision aircraft quality blind fasteners. Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Competencies: Recognize when measuring devices, such as micrometers and calipers, are out of calibration Operate and maintain tools like micrometers, calipers, comparators, microscopes, and tensile testers. Grasp basic assembly area terms and identify major systems (power supply, controls, feeding systems) in assembly machines. Meet quality and production standards, perform minor troubleshooting, and use the correct apparatus for testing and lubrication. Interpret hardbacks, product drawings, and perform and document first article inspections and quality checks according to procedures. Conduct necessary computer transactions for assembly operations and work closely with supervision on systems like T-Card and production management. Initiate maintenance work orders and prioritize them appropriately. Understand part feature terminology, read and interpret product drawings, bills of material, control plans, and work instructions. Distinguish between single and double-action assemblies. Follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and use proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Be aware of specific hazards related to their job and understand the plant's EHS rules and policies. Use employee signatures for production sign-off, complete procedural training, and be familiar with relevant documentation and quality policies. Engage with leadership for guidance, communicate openly about job performance, and strive to meet or exceed key performance indicators.
Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as blue prints, drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 0-2 years experience in operating various assembly machines; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate assembly machines for the assembly of precision aircraft quality blind fasteners.
- Recognize when measuring devices, such as micrometers and calipers, are out of calibration
- Operate and maintain tools like micrometers, calipers, comparators, microscopes, and tensile testers.
- Grasp basic assembly area terms and identify major systems (power supply, controls, feeding systems) in assembly machines.
- Meet quality and production standards, perform minor troubleshooting, and use the correct apparatus for testing and lubrication.
- Interpret hardbacks, product drawings, and perform and document first article inspections and quality checks according to procedures.
- Conduct necessary computer transactions for assembly operations and work closely with supervision on systems like T-Card and production management.
- Initiate maintenance work orders and prioritize them appropriately.
- Understand part feature terminology, read and interpret product drawings, bills of material, control plans, and work instructions.
- Distinguish between single and double-action assemblies.
- Follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and use proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Be aware of specific hazards related to their job and understand the plant's EHS rules and policies.
- Use employee signatures for production sign-off, complete procedural training, and be familiar with relevant documentation and quality policies.
- Engage with leadership for guidance, communicate openly about job performance, and strive to meet or exceed key performance indicators.
Benefits
- Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
