Mechanical Assembler

Crane • Lynwood, CA

437d • $44,325 - $57,366

About The Position

The Mechanical Assembler at Crane Aerospace & Electronics is responsible for performing mechanical assembly processes under supervision to manufacture products in accordance with military and other assembly standards. This role involves using various tools, preparing components, conducting inspections, and ensuring quality control while adhering to safety procedures. The Assembler will also participate in team initiatives and maintain effective communication with the manufacturing team.

Requirements

• 0-5 years of mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with tools like drills, wrenches, screw drivers, sockets, adhesives, etc.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in reading comprehension of the English language.
• Basic computer skills, e-mail, etc.
• Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception.
• Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity.
• Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness.
• Ability to interpret production or engineering prints and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to work well in a moderate to high-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

• IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification
• Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule
• Designated Inspection certification
• Ability to assist in the creation of sequence of operations and installation requirements based on review and understanding of drawings and oral instructions.
• Ability to perceive and pre-determine sequence of operations and installation requirements from sketches and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned assembly tasks using tools such as drills, wrenches, screw drivers, sockets, adhesives, etc.
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing established operations within at least 2 area processes.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately.
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery.
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals.
• Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect the correctness and quality of the work in process.
• Understand daily demand per Master Schedule Report for the cell(s) they are working in.
• Create IT, Facilities work orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for quality and material issues.
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement.
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy; proactively identify safety concerns or issues and work with the Engineering group to implement solutions.
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI's, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise.
• Complete job-related company training courses as assigned.
• Be flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Perform any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement eligible after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED