Mechanical Assembler - SES

A.W. Chesterton Company • Groveland, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry. The lifeblood of our organization are our frontline manufacturing professionals! Whether you are running a machine, assembling product, material prepping, or inspecting finished work, our manufacturing workers collaborate to create and build the world-class products that our customers have come to rely on. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. Whether you have just started to explore manufacturing as a career, or are looking for a place to call home in your next role, Chesterton wants you for our manufacturing team!

This job can be described as: At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The Mechanical Assembler I is an entry level position and is responsible for the assembly of Spring Energized Seals (SES) using a variety of hand tools (tweezers, plyers, etc.) and a magnifying glass to solder small metal springs and clasps together to create the desired product. Performs a variety of repetitive operations to assemble a wide array of SES. Stores and retrieves materials as required. Must be able to work overtime as required, maintain a positive and focused attitude, and be willing to support all the team’s goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Entry level.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.
• Performs work under general Supervision.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed for the role.
• Manual dexterity to utilize small hand tools and perform repetitive assembly tasks.
• Ability to make decisions based on a set of predetermined parameters.
• Ability to operate simple machinery (small welder).
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to work under pressure and work well with others.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to work and walk about in a manufacturing shop floor environment, wear required protective clothing, i.e., steel toe shoes and safety glasses.
• Repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping and squeezing.
• Must be able to move, reach above the shoulders and bend freely.
• Must be able to adhere to any requirements of the job and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of repetitive tasks using simple hand tools, i.e., tweezers, plyers, etc. to assemble SES.
• Uses the above hand tools to join metal parts and form a permanent bond to the correct product specification.
• Identifies and selects appropriate material for each assembled SES.
• Performs simple in process quality control inspection to validate fit and function.
• Maintains clean and efficient assembly bench in work area in accordance to 5S policies and procedures.
• Stores and retrieves materials as required.
• Must be able to work overtime as required, maintain a positive and focused attitude, and be willing to support all the team’s goals and objectives.

Benefits

• “Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
• Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
• BCBS Medical Coverage
• Delta Dental
• 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
• PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
• Parental leave for moms and dads to be
• Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
• A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed