Mechanical Assembler I - 1st Shift

RTX•Burnsville, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Assembler performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes and provides mentorship to department staff members. The role uses a few simple hand tools and ensures work is completed with high quality, on time, and in compliance with applicable company, city, state, and federal regulations. The assembler inspects, prepares, assembles, tests, and cleans parts and products; records test results; and routes products for rework, salvage, or retesting as appropriate. The position works to blueprint specifications and quality standards, supports audits and continuous improvement activities, and maintains materials, equipment, and the work area in an orderly condition. After proper training or certification, the employee may perform specialized tasks such as welding, soldering, testing, inspection, filler, and immersion testing. This is an onsite, first-shift position in Burnsville, Minnesota. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The stated starting rate is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the posting: a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee or asylee status.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Career Readiness Certification (CRC) is strongly preferred.
Ability to interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.
Ability to successfully complete training modules associated with the job grade.
Ability to follow assembly instructions.
Ability to work effectively in an environment with repetitive job responsibilities.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to understand the end uses of products being built.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail to ensure safety and quality.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Ability to work as part of a team to support work capacity in a fast-paced environment.
Intermediate computer skills, including typing, navigating screens, and learning new software programs.
Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to take direction from experienced coworkers, leads, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

Meet quality product standards and customer deadlines and expectations.
Comply with applicable elements of quality systems and company rules and regulations, including Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
Participate in cost-reduction plans, continuous-improvement plans and events, and audits as required.
Acquire applicable skills, knowledge, and certifications.
Inspect parts; perform coating, labeling, boxing, and general preparation for shipment.
Check parts for cracks, loose connections, faulty bonds, and faulty assembly.
Record test results in the testing log and route products for rework or salvage of usable parts.
Route reworked assemblies for testing and clean completed assemblies.
Assemble parts according to blueprint specifications.
Test parts using test equipment by setting controls, observing instrument readings and actions, and checking for malfunctions.
Set up and use equipment such as Ragen Assembly, Component Lead Former, Drill Press, Denison Hydraulic Press, Component Lead tinning, and S.M.T. Re-flow.
Fabricate instrument parts through crimping, staking, and cutting as needed.
After proper training or certification, perform tasks including welding, soldering, item testing and inspection, filler, and immersion testing.
Maintain materials, equipment, and the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Complete other assigned tasks within the scope and skill level of the job in support of department objectives and individual skill development.
Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required.
Report work progress, updates, and circumstances surrounding failures to meet quality standards to a lead or supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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
Employee Scholar Program and tuition reimbursement
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life, accident, critical illness, and group legal insurance
Carrot Health fertility and family-planning benefits
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to five free counseling sessions
Incentives for a Healthy You
Bright Horizons backup child and elder care and college coach resources
Autism Benefit
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Adoption Assistance
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Potential eligibility for short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and other benefits; availability depends on the business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.