Assembler I - CUG 1st Shift

Alfalaval; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental and vision plans

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval in Richmond, VA seeks a Production Assembler for the 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM). You will assemble gasket plate heat exchangers using diagrams and blueprints, perform quality checks, document processes, maintain a clean workspace and collaborate with teams.

Join a 140-year-old company culture focused on Kaizen, 5S and continuous improvement. The role offers healthcare, wellness, a 401(k), paid holidays and time off, and opportunities to learn new processes while contributing to

Qualifications

• Inspect work for defects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
• Complete production forms, reports, and record assembly data.
• Follow daily work assignments from Team Leader/Manager per SOPs and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Report deviations to status boards and update leadership.
• Participate in Daily Status Board Meetings and propose solutions.
• Review and suggest improvements for Standard Operating Procedures.
• Identify waste (time, motion, transport, inventories) and drive KAIZEN improvements.
• Engage in 5S routines to achieve high 5S standards and sustain it.
• Explore cross-training opportunities across manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with other assemblers, communicate effectively, and rotate tasks as needed.
• Use downtime to learn new processes and run improvements from status board activities.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items manually or with lifts.

Skills

Quality Control

Documentation

Teamwork

Kaizen

5S

Cross-training

SOPs

Process Improvement

Safety

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in the assembly of our gasket plate heat exchanger you will assemble products or components using tools and instructions (diagrams, blueprints)Key duties include performing quality checks, documenting processes, maintaining a clean workspace, and collaborating with teams, often involving repetitive tasks. This is important part of contributing to the overall success and growth of our organization. This position is for 2nd shift (2:00PM - 10:30PM).

As a part of the team, you will:

• Quality Control: Inspect work for defects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
• Documentation: Complete production forms, reports, and record assembly data.
• Receive daily work assignments from the Team Leader / Team Manager and execute production with Standard Operating Procedures and blueprints as a base.
• Report any deviations (Safety, Quality, Parts, Equipment, etc.) to Status Boards immediately and update the Team Leader / Team Manager.
• Be active and engaged into the Daily Status Board Meetings by explaining the deviations and propose solutions.
• Review & suggest any improvements for the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Look into your own areas for waste (time, motion, transportation, inventories etc.) elimination opportunities and drive KAIZEN improvements.
• Engaged in daily & weekly 5S routines to achieve high 5S Standard and Sustain it.
• Constantly look for the cross-training opportunities within different manufacturing processes & better ways to add value.
• Teamwork: Work with other assemblers, communicate effectively, and rotate tasks if part of a team.
• Use the downtime efficiently to learn the new processes & run improvements from the status board activities.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using lifts.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What's in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success.

• Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. The current hourly rate for this position starts at $20.00 hourly

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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