Mechanical Assembler II

Bauer Compressors•Norfolk, VA

2d•$24 - $29

About The Position

Perform mechanical assembly operations to produce compressors and other subassemblies while meeting required quality standards and achieving maximum efficiency. The position performs Mechanical Assembler I functions and additional assembly, tube fabrication, equipment operation, quality, documentation, and process-improvement tasks. The employee works with engineering to resolve issues and trains Mechanical Assembler I employees. There are no direct reports.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in heavy-duty mechanical assembly.
Fluency in English and ability to communicate effectively.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for part placement.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting standard measuring devices, such as tape measures, scales, and squares.
Proficiency in safely operating a forklift and overhead or jib crane.
Ability to identify and safely operate standard hand, power, and air tools.
Ability to follow directions and work independently.
High quality standards.
Intermediate understanding of piping, stainless-steel tubing and swaging, and belt alignment.
Ability to adapt and thrive in a constantly changing environment.
Ability to meet physical demands including standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance; lifting over 50 pounds must be done with assistance.
Ability to wear safety glasses and, when required, hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Related industry certifications.
Associate degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Assemble units using standard hand, power, and air-powered tools by reading schematics, drawings, and diagrams.
Communicate the status of needed parts to the immediate supervisor.
Perform co-workers’ job functions during absences within the department.
Maintain the work environment according to Lean 5S and company safety standards, and follow employee handbook conduct guidelines.
Use specialized tooling and complete required certifications when applicable.
Maintain knowledge of workmanship standards and the ISO quality system, applying them in daily work.
Solve problems using root-cause analysis and other methodologies; use Lean problem-solving methods such as 5-Why and Fishbone Diagrams to support process improvement.
Maintain change documentation and BOM change information throughout the build.
Design and install custom stainless-steel tube runs and swage tubes.
Retrieve existing programs and operate a CNC tube bender.
Identify and communicate problems with drawings, schematics, and fabricated or purchased components.
Keep the job clean, neat, and organized during the build.
Follow workmanship instructions and suggest improvements to them.
Install and align compressors and motors.
Operate an overhead or jib crane.
Train Mechanical Assembler I employees.
Complete required job paperwork and meet assembly time requirements.
Work with engineering to resolve issues.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.