Mechanical Assembler I - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX • Wilson, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Assembler I learns to set up, assemble, and load parts, using simple hand and machine tools and performing basic troubleshooting related to machine setup and function. The role follows procedures, routing, assembly instructions, and other work instructions, and interprets schematics and technical drawings. The assembler is responsible for producing quality parts that meet customer deadlines and expectations while following safety and quality standards, identifying defects, and escalating issues as needed.

The position supports applicable quality systems, cost-reduction and continuous-improvement activities, and audits. The assembler maintains required skills, certifications, and training compliance; keeps materials, equipment, and the work area clean and orderly; and rotates among workstations as business needs change. The role also includes reporting progress and quality concerns, checking work for conformance, completing assigned tasks within the job’s scope, and following EH&S policies, including PPE use and safety training.

This is an onsite second-shift role, Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Overtime may be required, including extended workdays and weekends. The position requires standing for more than eight hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED in the U.S.), or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• Ability to stand for more than eight hours.
• Availability for overtime, including extended workdays and weekends.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

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 appropriately and perform basic troubleshooting of machine setup and function.
• Read and follow procedures, routing, assembly instructions, and other work instructions; interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Produce parts that meet customer deadlines and expectations while maintaining established safety and quality standards.
• Identify defective parts and escalate defects 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, and track compliance with site training and recertification requirements.
• Maintain materials, equipment, and the work area in a clean and orderly condition, 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 job in support of department objectives and individual skill development.
• 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, report unsafe practices or conditions, and recommend safety improvements.
• 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 insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal coverage, and identity-theft protection
• 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
• Medical second-opinion program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

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