Hardware Installation Technician

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.•Independence, IA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hardware Installation Technician assembles metal products, attaches sub-assemblies, and installs fasteners and other hardware. The role involves reviewing work orders and blueprints, assembling parts with appropriate fasteners, operating installation equipment, checking finished work against specifications, and communicating with production personnel to resolve problems. The technician works in a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment near moving mechanical parts and other employees. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Read, write, and speak English fluently.
Operate and use required tools and equipment safely.
Interpret instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form.
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Calculate figures and formulas relevant to the work area.
Work as a self-starter with minimal supervision.
Be computer literate.
Adapt to a fast-paced environment that may require quick changes in the product being produced.
Work well in a team, communicate effectively, maintain a positive attitude, and show willingness to learn.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Be able to sit, stand, and walk; use fingers, hands, and arms to handle, grip, and grasp objects, controls, parts, and tools; operate equipment; and reach, push, and pull with hands and arms.
Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Have 20/25 vision, with or without glasses, and hearing sufficient to understand one-on-one conversations, with mechanical assistance if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

Analyze work orders, work pieces, and blueprints to determine the assembly process, materials, and sequence of operations.
Fasten parts together using bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners.
Install hardware such as fasteners, terminals, and electrical components.
Operate riveting machines and other installation equipment to assist with assembly.
Make minor repairs and clean tools between uses.
Verify that finished work conforms to specifications and blueprints using appropriate measuring devices.
Communicate with the Working Supervisor, Team Lead, production personnel, supervisors, or others to resolve problems.
Submit change requests as necessary to help keep production times competitive.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.