Assembler

Kinetic Engine Systems; Southwick (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Engine Systems is seeking an Assembly – Development professional in Massachusetts to assemble parts per blueprints, following production guidelines and quality standards.

You will use hand and power tools, read basic blueprints, and work with a team to meet production goals, while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Tech School preferred.
• 2+ years of assembly experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Aerospace industry preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read blueprints.
• Basic computer skills and tool knowledge.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, fastener installation and torquing processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety culture and wear PPE as required.
• Assemble assigned parts on the assembly line per production guidelines.
• Conduct inspections to verify integrity and performance; report defects.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and machinery to assemble parts with precision.
• Collaborate with other assembly line workers to meet production goals.
• Fill out production paperwork and inspection procedures as required.
• Assist with inventory and material tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Written and verbal communication

Read blueprints

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Complex assembly

Close tolerance

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tech School preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery

Job description

Assembly – Development Posting

Job Position Summary: You will be responsible for the assembling of individual parts into a finished product or component, by following blueprints and instructions.

You must have:

• A high School Diploma or Equivalent. Tech School preferred
• 2+ Years of assembly experience in manufacturing environment
• Experience in the Aerospace industry is Preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of hand and power tools
• Knowledge of fastener installation and torquing processes.
• The ability to follow instructions
• The ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally
• The ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and company operation sheets.
• Basic troubleshooting Skills
• The ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• The ability to do complex assembly of parts.
• The ability to work with close tolerance.
• The ability to work overtime, including weekends

In your role, you will:

• Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
• Assemble assigned parts on assembly line in accordance with production guidelines.
• Conduct inspections to verify the integrity and performance of assembled parts, identifying defects, and reporting them.
• Utilizing hand tools, power tools, and machinery to assemble parts, ensuring precision and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with other assembly line workers to meet production goals.
• Fill out production paperwork and inspection procedures as required.
• Assist with maintaining inventory, checking stock levels, and tracking materials
• Interpret and analyze schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions to guide the assembly process.
• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying parts lists and gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Troubleshoot basic assembly issues and make adjustments as needed.
• Maintain a clean organized work area.

Working Conditions

• Normal Production environments, subject to high noise levels from operating machines; physical hazards from moving equipment and sharp machine parts; breathing fumes, dust, and mist; skin exposure to oil and cutting fluid; exposure to sharp metal edges, and forklifts.
• May be asked to travel back and forth between Southwick and Westfield facilities.

Physical Requirements

• Must have ability to read applicable customer documents with or without corrective lenses.
• May have to lift up to thirty (30) pounds at a time, as required.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach overhead, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend and/or sit for long periods of time.