Assembler I - 1st Shift

Generac; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking an Assembler I in Oshkosh, WI to perform assembly work for manufacturing cost-effectively and to quality standards. The role involves validating materials, following work instructions, building to specifications, and maintaining safety and cleanliness.

The position operates Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with overtime every other Saturday. Pay is $22.60 per hour, with typical manufacturing responsibilities and PPE compliance across shifts.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks.
• Manufacturing or mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Use work instructions and drawings to assemble products.
• Cross-train in multiple assembly areas as needed.
• Understand product and its impact on the business.
• Continuously learn processes and apply changes.
• Participate in team meetings to share information.
• Resolve problems with peers or supervisors.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team communication

Safety awareness

Basic math

Repetitive assembly

Tools

Hand tools

Electronic assembly equipment

Schematic drawings

Job description

Assembler I is responsible for performing assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
Overtime: Every other Saturday from 5:00 AM-3:00 PM, as business needs require
Pay: $22.60/hour
Job Summary
Assembler I is responsible for performing assembly work to manufacture products in a cost effective and timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Assembler I will validate material prior to beginning assembly, review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.
Responsibilities
Uses work instructions drawings, schematics, electronic assembly equipment to perform assembly while complying with safe and effective operation standards of all equipment and tools.
Cross trains in multiple assembly areas and flex to other similar departments based on business needs.
Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business.
Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs.
Participate in team meetings to exchange job related information.
Resolve problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.
Provide basic training to employees on work instructions/standard work as needed.
Requirements
Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.
Detail oriented and organized.
Ability to effectively communicate in a team environment.
Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments.
Ability to understand and execute basic standard assembly procedures, interpret basic visual diagrams, and use basic hand tools.
Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions.
Ability to perform highly repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to act safely while following establish procedures, processes and policies.
Manufacturing or mechanical experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.