Assembler

GA Industries; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Program

Job summary

VAG USA, LLC, a leader in valve manufacturing, is seeking an Assembler for their Mars, PA facility. The role includes a range of skilled assembly operations, ensuring quality production, and collaborating with various teams.

The ideal candidate brings over three years of experience and demonstrates strong problem-solving skills. The position offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Over three years of related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to identify colors and read work instructions.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and inspect multiple product types.
• Work closely with the operations support team.
• Prepare orders for shipping with proper documentation.
• Assist with lean activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

# AssemblerMars, PA 16046## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Description**JOB TITLE:** AssemblerEMPLOYER: VAG USA, LLC | GA Industries**DEPARTMENT:** Operations – Assembly**REPORTS TO:** Assembly Supervisor**ABOUT US:**VAG USA, LLC | GA Industries, founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1895, is a leader in manufacturing valves for the municipal water and wastewater market in North America. VAG USA, LLC is located in Mars, Pennsylvania, and is a member of Georg Fischer headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.VAG USA, aka GA Industries, plays a leading role wherever water is purified, conveyed, stored, and distributed. With a robust and growing valve-focused product line, our innovative and customized solutions are used in multiple applications and industries. With a focus on the customer, we set new standards in quality and service and strive for manufacturing excellence.**THE ROLE:** We are currently seeking a motivated individual for our facility in Mars, Pennsylvania as an **Assembler**. This position performs a wide range of skilled repetitive assembly operations to produce quality products in a timely manner; performs operations from work instructions.**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assemble, test, and inspect multiple product types from start to finish.* Work closely with the operations support team. (Planning, Shop Leads, Machining, Engineering, Quality, and procurement)* Responsible for maintaining quality expectations and hitting daily production goals.* Prepare orders for shipping with proper documentation.* Complete all related paperwork - work orders, inspection documents, and tracking sheets as required.* Ability to use SAP is preferred.* Assist with lean activities and continuous improvement initiatives.* Maintain a clean and safe workplace.* Flex to other areas as the production schedule dictates.* Perform other related duties as assigned by management.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS:*** Over three years of related experience or equivalent.* Ability to identify colors.* Ability to read and understand work instructions and assembly drawings.* Familiarity with various mechanical and electrical measuring equipment.* Commitment to excellence and high standards* Ability to manage priorities and workflow* Acute attention to detail* Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.* Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions**COMPETENCIES:*** **Problem-Solving**--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.* **Technical Skills**--Assesses strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to build knowledge and skills continuously; Shares expertise with others.* **Teamwork--**Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.* **Quality--**Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:*** Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl* Frequently work near moving mechanical parts* Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate during work activities* The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 30 pounds* Frequently required to communicate orally.* Ability to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate the equipment.* Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions**EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS****:*** Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance* Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance* Life Insurance* Health Savings Accounts (Medical)* Matching 401K ProgramEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: VAG USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.