Assembler - Day Shift

AOC Metal Works - VA; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AOC Metal Works in Chester, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Assembler to join our production team. You will assemble metal components and subassemblies using hand tools, power tools, machines, and fixtures, and you may package finished parts into production-ready kits.

Responsibilities include pulling and staging parts from work orders and blueprints, consolidating hardware, assembling subassemblies, performing quality checks, and maintaining clean, organized work areas in line with 5S and lean

Qualifications

• Ability to read safety rules, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read engineering drawings or blueprints and use them to identify parts, locations, and assembly requirements.
• Strong attention to detail when counting hardware, building kits, checking parts, and following assembly instructions.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality consistent with AOC Metal Works’ workplace expectations.
• Ability to safely use common hand tools and small power tools after training.

Responsibilities

• Pull and stage parts based on work orders, blueprints, and pick lists.
• Consolidate hardware into designated bins, containers, or packages.
• Position, align, fit, and secure subassemblies and metal components using fasteners and tools.
• Perform quality checks using appropriate measuring tools as required by specs.
• Package prefabricated metal parts and subassemblies into production-ready kits.
• Record inventory movements with handheld scanners and report shortages or damage.
• Maintain 5S and lean manufacturing practices; follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Follow company policies and communicate safety, quality, or production concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation reading

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Micrometers

Hand tools

Power tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

At AOC Metal Works, it is our policy to be number one in quality, delivery, and customer service. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations and promote through our continuous improvement efforts, while providing a safe and teamwork-based work environment.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Assembler to join our production team. In this role, the employee assembles metal components and structures using hand tools, power tools, machines, and specialized equipment. The position may also involve packaging prefabricated metal parts, hardware, and subassemblies into production-ready kits. This work directly supports assembly efficiency, product quality, and AOC Metal Works’ lean manufacturing goals.

Principal Accountabilities

• Pull and Stage Parts: Interpret work orders, blueprints, and pick lists to gather the correct metal components, brackets, laser-cut parts, and other materials for assigned production runs.
• Consolidate Hardware: Count, verify, and kit fasteners, bolts, nuts, and specialized hardware into designated bins, containers, or packages.
• Component Assembly: Position, align, fit, and secure subassemblies and metal components using bolts, screws, rivets, pins, clamps, and other mechanical fasteners. Operate approved hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Quality Checks: Visually inspect parts and assemblies for defects, scratches, alignment issues, missing hardware, and dimensional concerns. Use appropriate measuring tools, such as tape measures, squares, calipers, or micrometers, when required by the job specifications.
• Packaging and Kitting: Package prefabricated metal parts, hardware, and completed subassemblies into production-ready kits, ensuring kit contents are complete, correctly identified, and protected from damage.
• Inventory and Material Movement: Use handheld scanners or other designated systems to record inventory movements when required, and promptly report shortages, discrepancies, or damaged materials to the supervisor.
• Safety and 5S: Keep work areas, tools, and materials clean and organized; follow 5S and applicable lean manufacturing practices. Follow established safety procedures and wear all required PPE on the production floor.
• Policies and Team Support: Follow company policies, procedures, work instructions, and quality standards. Communicate problems that could affect safety, quality, or production, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Experience and Skills Required for Position

• Experience: One or more years in manufacturing, metal fabrication, warehousing, or a similar environment preferred. Previous assembly experience is an advantage.
• Document Interpretation: Ability to read and follow safety rules, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to read basic engineering drawings or blueprints and use them to identify parts, locations, and assembly requirements.
• Accuracy and Organization: Strong attention to detail when counting hardware, building kits, checking parts, and following assembly instructions.
• Tools and Equipment: Ability to safely use common hand tools and small power tools, such as drills and powered or manual wrenches, after appropriate training.
• Measurement: Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic measurements; experience with squares, calipers, or micrometers is preferred where relevant.
• Attendance and Punctuality: Reliable attendance and punctuality consistent with AOC Metal Works’ workplace expectations.
• Teamwork and Communication: Ability to work cooperatively, follow direction, and promptly report shortages, defects, or safety concerns.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8–10 hours, on a concrete shop floor.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull metal components and materials weighing approximately 25–50 pounds, with safe handling practices and assistance or mechanical aids when needed.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle parts, fasteners, tools, and packaging materials; may require bending, reaching, and repetitive movements.
• Manufacturing environment may include metal edges, moving equipment, noise, and temperature variation.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Steel-toed safety footwear, safety glasses, and hearing protection are mandatory on the production floor. Additional PPE must be worn when required by the assigned task, work area, or safety procedure.

General Disclaimer

The responsibilities listed above describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not an exhaustive list of all expectations. Duties may be adjusted based on business needs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.