Light Bar Assembly 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Federal Signal Openings•University Park, IL

About The Position

Federal Signal is hiring a Light Bar Assembler to identify, select, and assemble electro-mechanical, mechanical, and/or electronic components and assemblies. The role includes simple wiring and soldering using current manufacturing processes, performing Go/No Go tests on assemblies and light bars, reworking incorrect or changed light bars, and salvaging material from damaged or returned products. The assembler also enters data for requisitions, bin transfers, and scrap tickets; opens and closes service and production orders; and reads and understands the manufacturing calendar. The assembler works from blueprints, schedules, shop orders, specification sheets, process instructions, and written, verbal, or computer-based instructions. The role supports production requirements by arranging materials and equipment, handling and tracking materials, setting up and adjusting work-cell equipment, checking operations, monitoring quality, and maintaining equipment. The employee follows safety rules and keeps the work area orderly, and may train other employees in work-cell operations. The listed schedule is 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. The wage range is $19.96–$24.99 per hour. Federal Signal describes itself as a manufacturer and supplier of products and systems that protect people and property, including lightbars and sirens. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Identify, select, and assemble electro-mechanical, mechanical, and/or electronic components and assemblies.
Perform simple wiring and soldering operations using current manufacturing processes.
Perform Go/No Go tests on assemblies and light bars.
Rework incorrect or changed light bars and salvage material from damaged or returned products.
Enter data for requisitions, bin transfers, and scrap tickets; open and close service orders and production orders.
Read and understand the manufacturing calendar, blueprints, schedules, shop orders, specification sheets, process instructions, and written, verbal, or computer-based instructions.
Review production schedules and arrange for parts, materials, supplies, tooling, gauges, and other equipment to meet production requirements.
Requisition and store materials; pass KanBan cards to producing departments according to defined guidelines.
Accumulate and move items between storage areas and the work cell.
Complete and submit requisitions, move tickets, finished goods tickets, and scrap tickets.
Record or call attention to shortages and defective or damaged materials.
Set up work-cell equipment, make necessary adjustments to tools, gauges, and equipment, and perform operational checks as required.
Monitor work visually to maintain quality standards and notify a supervisor, QA, or engineering about defects or operating difficulties.
Perform preventative maintenance, including cleaning, oiling, inspecting, and minor adjustments, on work-cell equipment.
Train new and existing employees to work effectively in the department and instruct them in work-cell operations.
Follow safety rules and keep the work-cell area clean and orderly.
Perform other related duties as assigned.