Mechanical Assembler I - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX • Wilson, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Assembler I learns to set up, assemble, and load parts while following assembly instructions, procedures, routing, schematics, and technical drawings. The role uses simple hand and machine tools and involves basic troubleshooting of machine setup and function. The assembler is responsible for producing defect-free work that meets customer deadlines and established quality and safety standards, and for complying with applicable quality-system requirements.

This is an onsite, second-shift position in Wilson, North Carolina, scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Overtime may be required, including extended workdays and weekends. The employee must be able to stand for more than eight hours and rotate among workstations as business needs change.

The assembler maintains a clean and orderly work area and equipment, participates in scheduled cleaning, audits, cost-reduction and continuous-improvement activities, and completes required training and recertifications. The role also includes checking work methods and results against standards, communicating progress and quality issues to a lead or supervisor, and supporting environmental, health, and safety practices, including wearing appropriate PPE.

Requirements

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent (such as a G.E.D. in the United States), or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• Must be able to stand for more than eight hours.
• Must be available for overtime, including extended workdays and weekends.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the job posting.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up, assemble, and load parts.
• Use simple hand and machine tools properly and perform basic troubleshooting related to machine setup and function.
• Read and follow procedures, routing, work instructions, assembly instructions, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Produce parts that meet quality standards and customer deadlines; identify defects and escalate them as needed.
• Comply with applicable quality-system requirements and understand how they apply to the product being produced.
• Participate in cost-reduction plans and continuous-improvement plans or events as required.
• Participate in audits using positive communication practices.
• Acquire required skills, knowledge, and certifications; track and maintain compliance with site training and recertification requirements.
• Keep materials, equipment, and the work area clean and orderly, including participating in daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning activities.
• Rotate among workstations as business needs change.
• Complete assigned tasks within the scope and skill level of the role to support department objectives and develop individual skills.
• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and provide re-instruction as required.
• Report work progress, updates, and circumstances surrounding failures to meet quality standards to a lead or supervisor.
• Comply with EH&S policies and procedures, wear appropriate PPE, attend required EH&S training, and report unsafe practices or conditions.
• Recommend improvements to EH&S practices and successfully complete training modules associated with the job grade.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Fertility and family-planning benefits
• Adoption assistance
• Autism benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Wellness rewards program
• Virtual doctor visits
• Child and elder care services
• Second-opinion medical expert program
• Potential eligibility for short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED