Assembly Technician

American Rheinmetall•Slidell, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician assemblies, installs, and integrates hardware into vehicles. The Technician identifies issues and communicates with the Build Manager, Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, and Material Handlers in support of daily tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required. 2-4 years’ experience in a similar position. OR
Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience Knowledge
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.
Read and interpret technical data (Work Instructions, Drawings, Installation Instructions)
Ability to use manual and electrical tools and other devices for vehicle assembly
Ability to learn to drive ground combat vehicle
Ability to learn ground combat vehicle functionality
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
Computer Skills: Microsoft, Non-conformance Software, Work Instructions
May need to stand and sit for long periods of time.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Considerable knowledge of manufacturing capabilities is required, and previous plant experience is preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently in a self-motivated environment
Ability to understand production schedules and shortages.
Ability to follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE

Responsibilities

Performs manual assembly tasks of installing hardware into vehicle through work instructions and plant floor guidance.
Assembly tasks to occur on the interior and exterior of the vehicle.
Skilled in the ability to use assembly tools and equipment to install hardware
Ability to drive and perform vehicle functionality throughout the assembly process
Pulls material from kits to install on to vehicles
Support assembly sequence development and execution
Documents/captured tasks completed
Documents/communicates issues to plant floor leadership
Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences.
Cleans assembly area, tooling, and parts to maintain safe work environment
Works with Engineering on troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues
Takes initiative for assembly tasks
Support vehicle shipments to different sites
Provide guidance to other Technicians
Supports material handling activities