Assembler (Evenings)

Mainstreetwashington; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks an assembler to enhance their mechanical skills and contribute to high-quality equipment production. The ideal candidate will have prior assembly or mechanical experience, a commitment to quality, and will work collaboratively within a dynamic environment. This position requires attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures, making it a great opportunity for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year assembly experience.
• Ability to meet quality expectations.
• Pass rate of at least 80% on Level II Assembler Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment and subassemblies per quality standards.
• Inspect painted parts for quality.
• Support workplace organization goals and suggest improvements.

Skills

Assembly knowledge

Communication

Accountability

Education

Technical training or mechanical experience

Job description

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Job Summary

Work Shift

2 - Second Shift

Are you the type of assembler who wants more challenge or variability in your day to day? In this role you will build on your mechanical experience to expand your skills across multiple areas of assembly. We’re looking for assembly knowledge, a commitment to growing your skillset and accountability to building a high-quality piece of Vermeer equipment.

What You’ll Do

1. Follow provided job instructions to assemble equipment and subassemblies for attachment to equipment per Vermeer's quality standards.

2. Align components and bolts then fasten them according to torque specifications, install moving parts and test to ensure parts move as intended.

3. Inspect painted parts to ensure quality.

4. Apply decals, company logos, safety warning notices and other items to the finished product. May also attach doors, panels and other machine guarding.

5. Calculate figures and apply basic mathematical functions including fractions and decimals, algebra, geometry, and statistical quality control.

6. Support 5S/workplace organization goals of the department and offers suggestions and makes improvements that assist in achieving the department’s performance board metrics.

7. Assist with training of new assemblers.

What We’re Looking For

• Pass rate of at least 80% on Level II Assembler Assessment.

• Minimum of one year assembly experience at Vermeer and/or two years of mechanical experience or technical training.

• Ability to meet takt time and quality expectations at a minimum of three assembly stations.

• Ability to assess, evaluate, and carry out appropriate action for a given situation within the trained areas. Call attention to quality issues as they arise.

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals throughout the organization.

Travel

• No travel expected of this position.

Essential Functions

Standing: Continuously

Sitting: Occasionally

Walking: Frequently

Hand Coordination: At least average/bilateral

Twisting: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Bending - Trunk: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Bending - Neck: Occasionally (up to 15 degree flex for up to 2 minutes)

Elevated Work/Reach: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally (up to 2 minutes in position)

Climbing: Occasionally

Pulling: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

Pushing: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

RH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

LH Grip: Rarely (up to 70 lbs) Occasionally (up to 50 lbs) Frequently (up to 20 lbs) Continuously (up to 10 lbs)

RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)

LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs) Frequently (up to 5 lbs) Continuously (up to 2 lbs)

Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)

Horizontal Lift: (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs) Continuously (up to 5 lbs)

Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 40 lbs) Occasionally (up to 10 lbs)

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail] .

Interested? We’d love to get to know you.