Mechanical Assembler I - 1st Shift

RTX•Burnsville, MN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Assembler performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes, using a few simple hand tools, and provides mentorship to department staff members. The assembler is responsible for producing high-quality work in a timely manner and complying with applicable company, city, state, and federal regulations. The role involves assembling parts to blueprint specifications; inspecting, testing, cleaning, and preparing products for shipment; recording test results; and routing products for rework, salvage, or retesting as appropriate. The assembler uses designated manufacturing and test equipment and, once properly trained or certified, may perform tasks such as welding, soldering, item testing and inspection, filler, and immersion testing. The position is onsite in Burnsville, Minnesota, with a Monday–Friday first-shift schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the job posting, including a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee or asylee status.
Ability to complete training modules associated with the job grade.
Ability to follow assembly instructions.
Ability to work 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 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.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Career Readiness Certification (CRC) is strongly preferred.
Ability to interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Meet quality standards and produce work with no defects.
Meet customer deadlines and expectations.
Comply with applicable quality-system requirements and participate in audits.
Participate in cost-reduction and continuous-improvement plans or events 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 testing logs 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 readings and instrument 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.
When properly trained or certified, 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.
Comply with company rules and regulations, including Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
Complete other 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 re-instruct as required.
Report work progress and updates to a lead or supervisor, including conditions related to failures to meet quality standards.
Provide mentorship to department staff members.

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, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Employee Scholar Program and tuition reimbursement.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet insurance, home and auto coverage, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and group legal coverage.
Carrot Health fertility and family-planning support.
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, and holidays.
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.