Assembler II - 2nd Shift

Alfa Laval; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift stipend

Job summary

Alfa Laval in Richmond, VA is hiring an Assembly Operator to put together components, following standard operating procedures and blueprints in a fast-paced production setting. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork as you use hand and power tools to meet daily targets.

You will perform quality checks, document processes, and participate in 5S routines with a focus on Kaizen improvements. Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with overtime on weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate accurate and consistent use of PPE (Safety Glasses, Steel Toes, Gloves) and follow SOPs.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints/instructions.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adhere to quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components using hand and power tools according to SOPs and blueprints.
• Perform quality checks and document processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

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.
OBJECTIVE: Putting components together to build finished products, requiring strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to follow blueprints/instructions in a fast-paced setting. Key duties include using hand/power tools, performing quality checks, documenting processes, maintaining a clean workspace, and collaborating with teams, often involving repetitive tasks.
Your shift schedule will be Monday through Friday, 2:00PM – 10:30PM, overtime as needed including weekends.
Salary - 23.50 Hourly + shift .75 stipend
Brief Description Of Position

• Accurate & Consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes, Gloves, Uniform others as required by the specific process)
• 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.
• Use the downtime efficiently to learn the new processes & run improvements from the status board activities.

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.
EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer
EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer