Assembly Technician I, Direct (Temp Conversion)
About The Position
The Assembly Technician I is responsible for daily processes in their work area, including staffing adjustments, training, and safety. The position may perform one or more functions in the area and supports the manager in maintaining the area’s overall effectiveness. The role is located in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The technician receives and reviews work orders and parts, assembles products, and conducts appropriate testing. Work is performed using tools, presses, test stands, and fixtures, and by following blueprints, lists, work orders, and verbal or written instructions. The technician helps train other employees in assembly and testing methods, ensures product quality and timely production, follows safety and housekeeping procedures, adheres to the quality management system, and participates in continuous-improvement initiatives and High Performance Teams. Other duties may be assigned. The listed work environment is clean, uncluttered, and non-hazardous, with good air quality and temperature control throughout the plant. Rubber mats are provided. Safety glasses and safety shoes with metatarsal covers are required, with other protective equipment such as gloves or sleeves used as needed. The job description notes that work assignments may be modified and reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer, math, and industrial skills.
- Mechanical competence.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and provide solutions.
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Ability to adapt to workplace changes.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to make decisions or take action to solve problems or reach goals.
- Ownership and accountability for performance and results.
- Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
- Ability to work in a team structure and participate actively.
- Ability to organize and complete work within deadlines.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
- Ability to meet customer needs while following company procedures.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described, including frequent walking, reaching, bending, and lifting; constant handling/gripping and standing; and occasional pushing or pulling.
Responsibilities
- Receive and review work orders and parts for assembly, and conduct appropriate testing.
- Use tools, presses, test stands, and fixtures.
- Follow blueprints, lists, work orders, and verbal or written instructions and procedures.
- Train other employees in assembly and test methodology as required.
- Ensure product quality and timely production.
- Follow safety and housekeeping rules and procedures.
- Adhere to the quality management system.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives and High Performance Teams.
- Support the manager in the overall effectiveness of the work area, including daily processes such as staffing, training, and safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
