General Assembler

ITW•Fairmont, WV

About The Position

This position performs varied assembly operations involving electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and finished assemblies. Work may include strain-gage bonding, wiring and soldering, calibration, testing, potting, and general mechanical assembly. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a half-hour lunch each day. Overtime is scheduled as needed, usually extending into Fridays and occasionally Saturdays; scheduled overtime is typically made up of shorter workdays. The assembler works at different workstations and on different products, using a range of tools and equipment. The role requires reading work instructions and drawings, completing production and administrative tasks, maintaining safety and quality standards, and collaborating with team members. Work may involve materials designated as potentially hazardous, with Safety Data Sheets available for review.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Self-management, problem-solving, attention-to-detail, and communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic counting skills.
Ability to follow English-language instructions from work orders, work aids, blueprints, sales orders, and coworkers.
Ability to retain training and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to collaborate positively and productively with team members of all backgrounds.
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, punctuality, and quality orientation.
Ability to follow all safety and company policy rules.
Above-average dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to perform continuous grasping and pinching with both hands and highly repetitive duties.
Ability to work an 8- to 10-hour shift and to physically move or assist in moving equipment.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required by the task.
Ability to use hands continuously and reach with hands and arms for much of the workday.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 25 pounds occasionally, and up to 50 pounds up to 5% of the time.
Normal vision.
Ability to wear steel- or composite-toed safety shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Basic soldering experience.
Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding experience.

Responsibilities

Perform assembly operations on electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
Carry out tasks such as strain-gage bonding, wiring, soldering, calibration, testing, potting, and general mechanical assembly.
Operate appropriate power tools, hand tools, lift-assist devices, and material-moving equipment.
Work at a variety of workstations and on a variety of products, including reassignment to different product lines as needed.
Retrieve parts from various heights, including floor level and overhead.
Read and comprehend drawings, work aids, safety documents, work orders, blueprints, and other instructions.
Maintain safety and housekeeping standards, including participating in the 5S program and Continuous Improvement activities.
Periodically work with materials designated as potentially hazardous and review applicable Safety Data Sheets.
Conduct preventive maintenance as appropriate and report equipment issues that require technician review.
Assist with directing workflow and training others as required by the supervisor.
Communicate and collaborate positively with team members.
Meet technical, quality, and production expectations consistent with typical employees.
Report on time, follow the break schedule, and return to the work station as prescribed.
Use computers and terminals to log in and out, submit time-off requests, complete paperwork, and enter data.
Self-manage paid time off by submitting proper requests and maintaining a sufficient balance.
Follow instructions, safety requirements, and company policies, and maintain a quality-oriented approach.
Be available to participate in voluntary overtime when offered.