Assembler II - Sub Assembly Refrigeration

Hillphoenix; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillphoenix in Iowa is seeking an Assembler II – Sub Assembly Refrigeration to join our Operations team. You will read job orders and bills of materials, identify parts, and assemble refrigeration components including coils, tubing, and pressure plates.

Responsibilities include preparing coils, performing leak checks, filling with nitrogen, purging air, brazing tubing, and charging with refrigerant. You’ll conduct pre-start checks and work at different stations as production needs require.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and collaboration are essential to operate within a production team.
• Hands-on problem solving and a strong ability to follow instructions.
• Fast learners who adapt quickly to new processes and tools.
• A can-do attitude with willingness to contribute across tasks.
• Clear communication and ability to read basic instructions and specs.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend a job order and bill of materials.
• Identify parts and their placement on the product line.
• Read blueprints or schematics to determine components and sizes.
• Cut, bend, and braze tubing to form refrigerant lines.
• Remove air and charge the system with refrigerant.
• Perform pre-startup checks and move between workstations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area with proper PPE.

Skills

Teamwork

Hands-on problem solving

Fast learner

Can-do attitude

Effective communication

Handheld tools proficiency

Reading measurements

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Job Title: Assembler II – Sub Assembly Refrigeration

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 1st

What We Are Looking For

Sub Assembly Refrigeration works as part of a team having responsibility for assembling different components of product lines. Sub Assembly Refrigeration is responsible for preparing the coil(s) as described in the job text, leak checks, filling the coil with nitrogen and placing the pressure plates on the coil(s).

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

• Read and comprehend a job order and bill of materials
• Identify parts used on their assigned product line, and their placement location on the product itself
• Read and comprehend blueprints or schematic drawings to determine locations, size, capacity, and type of components, such as compressor, condenser, expansion valves and tubing or piping needed to build equipment
• Cut, bend, and braze specified tubing to inlets and outlets of components to form liquid and suction lines or refrigeration systems
• Remove air from system and charges system with specified amount and type of refrigerant
• Conduct pre-startup to check all equipment
• Identify power and hand tools used on their assigned product line
• Performs any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information, like bill of materials
• Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Utilize electrical testing equipment like dielectric testing or voltage meters
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

• Occasionally –Kneeling, Squatting, Pinching, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs alone and 75lbs assisted
• Frequently – Walking, Stooping/Twisting, Pushing/Pulling, Neck Rotation/Extension, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
• Constantly – Standing, Reaching, Gripping, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), and Lift/Carry up to 10lbs
• Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
• Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time