Core Assembler - 2nd Shift

IEA•Kenosha, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Core Assembler performs repetitive bench-type assembly operations to mass produce various radiator cores. The Core Assembler receives specific work assignments under general supervision and resolves most problems with some supervisory assistance. All work is subject to final inspection and test to ensure that cores meet established specifications and to reduce scrap and control excess labor and material expense. The Core Assembler is expected to practice and adhere to the Company’s Quality and Six Sigma principles.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand job requirements, shop drawings, bills of material and blueprints.
Knowledge of properties of core materials, structural metals, and related materials (OJT).
Skill in operating and maintaining core manufacturing equipment and related tools of the trade (OJT).
Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of manufacturing or related experience is desirable.
Related technical training (high school or beyond) is desirable but not essential.
Forklift operator certification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and determines material needs.
Selects and assembles proper materials and parts for building specific cores.
Assembles cores by performing various manual tasks including: Inserting fins into fin table; inserting tubes into fins to create core blocks.
Operates bake oven (setting bake time/temperature; ensuring cores are square).
Attaches headers on cores (with mallet).
Uses fin comb and torch to straighten fins (or by hand); repairs fin gaps (torch only).
Uses high pressure wash to clean cores.
Inspects cores for imperfections, etc.; prepares/attaches core tags.
Cleans and maintains work area (daily), core building equipment and other tools of the trade.
Works in a safe manner at all times.
Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.