Assembler

MiTek Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

13 holidays

Volunteer time off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Parental & Caregiver Leave

Bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MiTek Inc. is seeking an Assembler to join our manufacturing team in Missouri. The role focuses on assembling machines and sub-assemblies by following blueprints and work instructions with Lean and 5S methods.

The candidate will read prints, perform layouts, drill, tap, and align components with supervision. The position requires high school education or GED, 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, and the ability to use hand tools and read a tape measure.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• 1-2 years experience in manufacturing or job shop environment preferred.
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand‑power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications

Responsibilities

• Perform minor layout work, drilling, and tapping.
• Remove small quantities of metal to clean parts or to produce close fit between parts.
• Align components, and bolts, screws, and rivets them together.
• Assemble sub-assemblies per drawing and/or work instructions with supervision.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mathematical skills

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Tape measure

Hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

A Brief Overview
The Assembler will be responsible to assemble machines, equipment, and their sub-assemblies using Lean and 5S methodologies and by following blueprints, schematics, and other work instructions and other written and verbal specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor layout work, drilling, and tapping
• Remove small quantities of metal to clean parts or to produce close fit between parts
• Align components, and bolts, screws, and rivets them together
• Assemble sub-assemblies per drawing and/or work instructions with supervision
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes but is not limited to the ability to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the work station ready for work at the start of the shift

Qualifications

• High School/GED required
• 1-2 Years Experience in manufacturing or job shop environment preferred
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand‑power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32‑inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications

Soft Skills

• Computer Skills: Windows Operating Systems
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to read a tape measurer. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Time Management: Completing a job within the requested time frame
• This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing

Additional Requirements

Physical Demands

This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, climb, walk up stairs and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

MiTek Perks:

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner - allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.