2nd shift Production Assembler - Evergreen

EarthScout•Albert Lea, MN

3d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

This is an evergreen role for future consideration for production assembly positions. The company is currently gauging interest for candidates who prefer second shift availability. At Design Ready Controls, an Assembler performs a variety of tasks related to the manufacturing of custom control panels. Work includes wiring tasks, sheet metal assembly, component assembly and setup, panel wiring and label application. This job requires a basic ability to read schematics and drawings, and a good understanding or willingness to learn electrical symbols and how to use hand tools appropriately.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent experience required.
Ability to use a computer independently, and consistently, to access job documentation and personal records
Ability to read contrasting colors and correctly identify wire size
Ability to use basic measurement tools, such as a scale and ruler (mm, cm, inches)
Ability to perform basic math (addition and subtraction)
The ability to use hand and power tools safely, efficiently, and with the correct torque applied
Basic verbal and written communication skills with the ability to understand hardware and tool instructions written in English.
Strong attention to detail, general spatial awareness and quality workmanship
Personal integrity, a drive to learn, a teamwork mentality, and being both safety-focused and customer-focused
Ability to use hand(s) to frequently cut, strip, crimp, bend and terminate a range of wire sizes (22 – 500 MCM AWG) at least 50% of the time
Ability to use hand(s) to frequently utilize hand tools, table-top tools, drills, torque tools and bandsaw at least 50% of the time
Ability to stand on one’s feet or walk averaging 1-2+ hours per shift
Ability to lift up to 10-25 lbs. frequently on average, and up to 50-85 lbs. in team lift on occasion

Nice To Haves

Ability to work overtime on occasion, depending on business needs

Responsibilities

Verify parts for assembly match the Bill of Materials
Assemble electrical panels according to drawings, including assembling sheet metal pieces, fundamental panel wiring and mounting components
Terminate wire ends and add terminals as needed that allow the wires to connect to another device
Prepare panels for testing and shipping, including label application, device IDs, wire organization and tying wires together.
Troubleshoot basic panel wiring and look for potential electrical issues, including entry into our internal system
Learn to identify process improvement measures and escalate appropriately to the leadership team
Maintain a safe and efficient work area, including but not limited to, wearing appropriate safety glasses and safety-toe boots, and escalating unsafe work practices to the leadership team or Human Resources
Implement 5S and Lean Manufacturing as required. 5S is a methodology that results in a workplace that is clean, uncluttered, safe and well organized to help reduce waste and optimize productivity: “Sort,” “Set in Order,” “Shine,” “Standardize,” and “Sustain.”
Assist or participate in training measures as assigned
Champion our core values: Innovation, Collaboration, Candor, Integrity and Earnestness
Performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, work across multiple product lines after passing required training and relevant assessments successfully