Assembler - Level 3 - 1st Shift - Solon, Ohio

Swagelok; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Swagelok in Solon, Ohio is seeking a 1st shift assembler who can set up, operate and perform some non-routine troubleshooting with minimal supervision. You will assemble and package products, operate assembly equipment, and contribute to cost reduction and quality improvements.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, assembly experience, ability to read work instructions, use calipers, and a mechanical inclination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Assembly experience and knowledge of the product/process.
• Able to read and follow work instructions.
• Must be able to use calipers and be mechanically inclined.
• Able to recognize functional and cosmetic defects.
• Responsible for the assembly, testing, and packaging of product.
• Requires the use of assembly equipment, SAP, and Standard Work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package products and operate assembly equipment.
• Must efficiently perform all Learner and Independent Assembler job functions.
• Performs job functions independently.
• Demonstrates capability of setting-up complex equipment within targeted time.
• Performs complex troubleshooting on equipment, products, and processes.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the functionality of equipment, products, and processes.
• Sets the example for others.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Calipers usage

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Shift

Shift: 1st

Location

Location: Solon, Ohio

Position Summary

At this level the associate is proficient in all aspects of the process. They can set up, operate and perform some non-routine troubleshooting with little help from a trainer or supervisor. They may assist in the development of new processes and recognize and solve most non-routine process problems. The associate at this level is more aware of the business and can suggest process improvements that reduce cost and/or improve quality and delivery. They may interact with associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• To assemble and package products and operate assembly equipment. The associate must be customer service oriented by taking proactive approaches to the job. The associate will support Swagelok's operating plan along with the Swagelok mission, vision and values.
• Must efficiently perform all Learner and Independent Assembler job functions.
• Performs job functions independently
• Demonstrates capability of setting-up complex equipment within targeted time
• Performs complex troubleshooting on equipment, products, and processes.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the functionality of equipment, products, and processes.
• Does not experience down time and/or ask for help due to elementary problems that were overlooked.
• Sets the example for others

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Assembly experience and knowledge of the product/process
• Able to read and follow work instructions.
• Must be able to use calipers and be mechanically inclined.
• Able to recognize functional and cosmetic defects.
• Responsible for the assembly, testing, and packaging of product.
• Requires the use of assembly equipment, SAP, and Standard Work.

Critical Competencies

Customer Focus

• Takes personal responsibility for quality and fulfilling orders on time
• Puts Customer first
• Shows sense of urgency and prioritizes properly to meet the needs of the customer

Reliability and Integrity

• Looks for ways to improve daily
• Consistently makes a positive impact on plant metrics
• Will admit their mistakes
• Can be counted on to do what needs to be done without constant follow-up

Flexibility

• Acquire new skills continuously when given the opportunity
• Willing to work in other departments or sites when there is a need
• Displays a positive attitude when changes are made

Teamwork

• Works with others to meet customer needs
• Define success in terms of the whole team
• Maintains cooperative trust-based relationships
• Supports team decisions

Communication

• Shares ideas and information with others who might find them useful
• Uses the continuous improvement system to get results
• Listens with an open mind and gives reactions and opinions in a non-defensive, non-judgmental way.
• Practices mutual respect and addresses concerns in a professional and courteous manner.

Accountability

• Accepts responsibility for good and bad results
• Makes decisions that support the business without waiting for guidance when appropriate
• Shows insight into how to achieve business goals

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

Scope of position

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required.
• Ability to pass vision acuity test with or without reasonable accommodation.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affidavative Action Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or other protected characteristic under federal state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing