Assembly/Production

Express Employment International (US); Washington; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International (US) seeks an Assembler I for general assembly of mechanical and/or electronic subassemblies. You will use hand tools and machines, read schematics, and ensure quality standards are met.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, work with others on the line at a steady takt rate, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while following procedures and documenting results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Use tools to make or repair parts and products.
• Interpret technical documents, such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Work with other members of the line or group in order to assemble products at takt rate.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Identify any defective items and handle according to established procedures.
• Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Organize and maintain raw materials and work in process within the work area.
• Implements and maintains department policies and standards.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Excel

Effective communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

The Assembler I performs general assembly of mechanical and/or electronic subassemblies and products. This role involves using hand tools and machines, and ensuring quality standards are met.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Use tools to make or repair parts and products.
• Interpret technical documents, such as diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Work with other members of the line or group in order to assemble products at takt rate.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Identify any defective items and handle according to established procedures.
• Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Organize and maintain raw materials and work in process within the work area.
• Implements and maintains department policies and standards.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong written communication and verbal skills.
• Ability to use reason to solve problems as they arise and identify areas for improvement.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to multi-task and to retain skills and knowledge.
• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to work both individually and in groups.
• Apply good judgment and follow directions.
• Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, establish department/discipline goals and objectives for self.
• Ability to use a computer, including Microsoft applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PPT, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to either stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop.
• Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands.
• Proven ability to multi-task, set project priorities, goals and objectives for self.
• Ability to effectively & professionally communicate with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to grip or feel; and occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Vision and depth perception suitable for use of utilizing machinery and/or a computer

Manual dexterity suitable for use of utilizing machinery and/or a computer

Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to work in a warehouse

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 lbs.

Ability to sit and stand up to 20-70% of the time comfortably, with or without reasonable accommodation

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be comfortable working in a complex production machining and assembly environment
• The working area is primarily in a manufacturing environment located around machines and