Assembler - American Fan

Fairbanks Morse, LLC; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fan is hiring an Assembler to join the production team. You will assemble fans and blowers per order instructions, conduct tests, and ensure proper components are included. The role requires good communication and the ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.

Training on safety procedures and ERP usage will be provided. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet quality standards, maintain a clean work environment, and adhere to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets safety rules and operating instructions.
• Maintains focus on details and quality in production.
• Handles hand and pneumatic tools with care and accuracy.
• Communicates effectively with team to ensure smooth workflow.
• Works in a cross-functional environment with safety first.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fans and blowers according to order instructions.
• Perform final inspection for defects and verify accessories.
• Report malfunctions or repairs to the Lead.
• Complete time sheets and scrap reports accurately.
• Use PPE per local safety requirements and procedures.
• Operate tests on finished products for balance and RPM when trained.
• Work with ERP systems and crane in daily tasks.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Crane operation

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Forklift training

Job description

Job Description

American Fan is a manufacturer of air movement equipment for Industrial, HVAC, Commercial, Marine, and specialty markets. Throughout our history, the quality and reliability of our products has been built upon a solid foundation of unrivaled application expertise and technical leadership. As a small manufacturer who is part of a well-respected international corporation, we are best known for our willingness to design and manufacture specialty air movement products for unique applications. Our sales distribution base consists of a diverse group of knowledgeable agents/representatives. Together with our in-house sales staff they deliver a very high level of customer service.

Job Title: Assembler Date: October 2026

Reports To: Assembly + Paint Lead

Summary

The Assembler is a critical part of the American Fan team. This role will work with their immediate team along with other cross functional departments at American Fan to build and test. This role will need to have good communication and verbal skills. Ideally the candidate will be able to build relationships with internal and external customers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble fans and blowers according to instructions on order, including balancing blades.
• Final inspection for all defects - inclusion of appropriate accessories, motors, etc.
• Report needed information to their Lead such as any malfunction, damage, or need of repair to any equipment of which they become aware.
• Accurate and diligent processing of any administrative work such as time sheets, scrap reports, etc.
• Use required PPE according to local Safety Requirements.
• M a y test finished products (fans) for balance, rpm, upon completion of appropriate training
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Familiarity with working with a crane
• Basic understanding of electricity for testing environment
• Ability to adapt and pivot quickly per business needs
• Embody the FMD values of Integrity, Velocity and Teamwork.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Preferred High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.
• Forklift training certificate or the ability to receive it.
• Strong attention to detail

• Assemblers are not required to lift more than 50 lbs by hand will be trained on fork trucks and cranes for the larger items
• Must be able to identify and measure material

• Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed as stated on posted signs and in Company policy

• Candidates should be familiar with and capable of using hand and pneumatic tools.
• Mechanical background a plus Strong attention to detail
• Electrical background a plus Strong attention to detail

This position includes access or potential access to export-controlled data. Therefore, you will need to qualify as a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Permanent Resident or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Acceptable proof of this status includes a US Passport, Permanent Resident Card, US birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate. Maintenance, including renewal, of licensing authorization is a condition of employment. Government authorization may be a suitable alternative after review on a case-by-case basis.