1st Shift Calibrator / Assembler

Avery Weigh-Tronix; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/FSA with company match

Income Protection Benefits

Industry Leading 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Matching Gift and Volunteer Program

Job summary

Avery Weigh-Tronix in Minnesota is seeking an assembler to follow work instructions and training to assemble and calibrate products. You will work toward quality, meet deadlines, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Typical schedule is Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM with a 1/2 hour lunch, plus overtime on Fridays and some Saturdays. Requires a high school diploma and basic computer knowledge; training for specialized processes is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints (or learn to read blueprints).

Responsibilities

• Assemble all products per engineering specifications.
• Calibrate all products per engineering specifications.
• Follow objectives in the safety policy.
• Read and understand blueprints, or learn to read blueprints.
• Inspect products for quality and complete paperwork accurately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Strong problem solving

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Assemble and calibrate all products per work instructions/work aids or per training provided. Produce a quality product, meet company deadlines and work toward standards of job assignments. Work in a clean and safe manner.

Summary

Assemble and calibrate all products per work instructions/work aids or per training provided. Produce a quality product, meet company deadlines and work toward standards of job assignments. Work in a clean and safe manner.

Regular hour schedule for this this position is Monday – Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM with ½ hr lunch each day. Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed. Overtime hours are scheduled on Fridays and occasional Saturdays.

What You Will Do

• Assemble all products per engineering specifications
• Calibrate all products per engineering specifications
• Meet and follow all objectives outlined in the safety policy
• Read and understand blueprints, or ability to learn how to read blueprints
• Inspect products for quality assuranceComplete paperwork assignments accurately
• Other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent

Knowledge

• Basic computer knowledge

Skills

• Time management
• Strong problem solving
• Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide specific training for the following specialized processes:
  • Hoist
  • Forklift
  • Power tool operation

Abilities

• Self-motivated
• Strong work ethic and willingness to solve problems and learn
• Work well with others
• Perform essential functions and key duties with minimal supervision
• Constantly lift or move average to heavy weight material in difficult work positions

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to consistently use hands to assemble, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is consistently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal vision. Other physical requirements include:

• Ability to physically move or assist in moving equipment
• Stand – 60% - 80% of time
• Walk – 33% - 66% of time
• Sit – up to 20% of time
• Use of hands – 80%+ of time
• Reach of hands and arms – 66%+ of time
• Climb or balance – 5% of time
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl – 5% of time
• Lifting up to 10 lbs – 10% of time
• Lifting up to 25 lbs – 5% of time
• Lifting up to 50 lbs – 5%of time
• Able to wear safety (steel- or composite-toed) shoes during entire shift
• Able to wear hearing and eye protection during entire shift

Other abilities

Ability to follow instructions (English) from sources such as work orders, work aids, blueprints, sales orders and other employees. Good training retention. Must be able to collaborate with team members of all backgrounds in a positive & productive manner. Strong work ethic and self-motivation with minimal supervision. Ability to consistently report to station on time. Quality oriented. Required to follow all safety and company policy rules.

Availability

Desire to participate in voluntary overtime when offered. Ability to self-manage paid time off including proper requests and maintaining sufficient balance.

Company Benefits

Best in Class Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income Protection Benefits
• Industry Leading 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Program

Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back

• Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led organizations that bring together diverse groups of people to share experiences and innovative ideas to help accelerate our path to full potential
• It is also our commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment, strive to create a place where everyone is welcome to contribute their talents and ideas.
• ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program provides employees with an opportunity to give back and help families in our neighborhoods who are in need

Pay Range

$18.04 – $19.10 per hour

Additional Information

It is the policy of Avery Weigh-Tronix to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation Information

Pay Range

$18.04 - $19.10 per hour

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.