2nd Shift Assembler

The Vollrath Company; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vollrath Company in Wisconsin is seeking skilled assemblers to build components and finished products from blueprints and process sheets. You will perform mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, sheet metal, and general assembly tasks, using fixtures and tools to ensure quality and efficiency on the line.

Roles include reading blueprints, wiring, welding, fabrication, and packaging as needed, with documentation completed accurately for each production run.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, process sheets, and work instructions.
• Assemble components and finished products according to procedures.
• Perform a variety of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, sheet metal, and general assembly activities.
• Set up fixtures, tooling, and equipment for production.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subassemblies and finished products while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Perform assembly operations within production lines and assist other workstations as flow requires.
• Assemble prototype, special, or non-standard products with minimal instruction when qualified.
• Identify assembly issues and take corrective actions as directed.
• Complete production records and documentation accurately.

Job description

• Assemble components and finished products according to blueprints, process sheets, specifications, and established procedures.
• Perform a variety of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, sheet metal, and general assembly activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, process sheets, and work instructions as required.
• Properly set up and use fixtures, tooling, work-holding devices, and other production equipment.
• Assemble subassemblies and finished products while maintaining required quality and productivity standards.
• Perform assembly operations within established production lines and assist other workstations as production flow requires.
• Assemble prototype, special, or non-standard products with minimal instruction when qualified and assigned.
• Identify assembly issues and make adjustments or corrective actions as directed.
• Complete required forms, production records, and other documentation accurately.

Welding, Brazing & Fabrication

• Perform TIG welding, tack welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, finishing, and fabrication operations.
• Work from blueprints, weld symbols, sketches, process sheets, and established procedures.
• Select and properly use appropriate welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
• Set up fixtures, tooling, and equipment necessary to complete assigned work.
• Prepare and inspect connections, welds, and finished components to meet established quality standards.
• Perform grinding, blending, polishing, finishing, and other fabrication operations.
• Maintain welding, brazing, grinding, and fabrication equipment in a safe and efficient operating condition.
• Certain assignments may require successful completion of a welding or brazing qualification test prior to placement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Assembly & Production

• Assemble components and finished products according to blueprints, process sheets, specifications, and established procedures.
• Perform a variety of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, sheet metal, and general assembly activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, process sheets, and work instructions as required.
• Properly set up and use fixtures, tooling, work-holding devices, and other production equipment.
• Assemble subassemblies and finished products while maintaining required quality and productivity standards.
• Perform assembly operations within established production lines and assist other workstations as production flow requires.
• Assemble prototype, special, or non-standard products with minimal instruction when qualified and assigned.
• Identify assembly issues and make adjustments or corrective actions as directed.
• Complete required forms, production records, and other documentation accurately.

Welding, Brazing & Fabrication

Depending On Assignment And Qualifications

• Perform TIG welding, tack welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, finishing, and fabrication operations.
• Work from blueprints, weld symbols, sketches, process sheets, and established procedures.
• Select and properly use appropriate welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
• Set up fixtures, tooling, and equipment necessary to complete assigned work.
• Prepare and inspect connections, welds, and finished components to meet established quality standards.
• Perform grinding, blending, polishing, finishing, and other fabrication operations.
• Maintain welding, brazing, grinding, and fabrication equipment in a safe and efficient operating condition.
• Certain assignments may require successful completion of a welding or brazing qualification test prior to placement.

Electrical & Wiring

Depending On Assignment And Qualifications

• Assemble and wire electrical components and systems according to blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Install and connect power supplies, control panels, sensors, switches, and other electrical components.
• Inspect wiring and assembly work to ensure proper installation, quality, and safety.
• Identify and troubleshoot basic electrical or assembly issues.
• Make appropriate repairs or adjustments as directed.
• Maintain accurate records and report discrepancies or recurring issues to supervision.

Refrigeration & Mechanical Assembly

Depending On Assignment And Qualifications

• Assemble refrigeration, mechanical, sheet metal, and electrical components into subassemblies or finished products.
• Test equipment and components to verify proper operation.
• Assist with troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pressure, and refrigeration issues.
• Use appropriate evacuation, filling, and leak-detection equipment when assigned and trained.
• Assist with refrigerant charging activities when properly trained and authorized.
• Report major malfunctions and continuing difficulties to the supervisor.
• Take corrective action as directed to resolve production or quality issues.

Quality Control

• Inspect components, assemblies, and finished products for defects or deviations from specifications.
• Verify workmanship, dimensions, fit, function, and appearance as required.
• Identify and report quality concerns to supervisors or appropriate quality personnel.
• Take corrective action as directed.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Follow established quality standards and procedures throughout the manufacturing process.

Material Handling

• Perform material handling activities necessary to support production.
• Move, organize, stage, and replenish materials and components as required.
• Safely operate material handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate material and production records when required.
• Complete assigned material handling activities while maintaining proper production flow.

Packaging & Crating

Depending On Assignment

• Perform packaging and crating activities to prepare equipment and components for shipment or storage.