Assembly Specialist

PFI; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PFI is seeking an Assembly Specialist to assemble and test complex machinery according to engineering drawings and QC specifications. The role requires fabricating small components and safely operating various shop equipment.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with 3–5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination. Proficiency with blueprints, schedules, and barcode tracking is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years related experience and/or training or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment per engineering drawings and QC specifications.
• Fabricate small components as required.
• Operate overhead hoist and/or crane safely.
• Use schedules, barcode system for tracking projects, blueprints and technical standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work area.
• Follow safety and security procedures and wear PPE as required.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Machinery testing

Hand tools

Blueprint reading

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

3–5 years related experience or training

Tools

Overhead hoist

Crane

Band saw

Drill press

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Specialist Division:PFI

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Status: Full Time

Reports To: Production Supervisor

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Assemble equipment as required per engineering drawings and QC specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the employee owner will:

• The ability to mechanically assemble and test complex machinery with hand and power tools.
• Fabricate small components as required.
• The safe use of various equipment. I.E. Hydraulic bushing presses, drill presses, band saws, spot welders, grinders, hand tools, etc.
• Use and understand various paperwork, including schedules, bar code system for tracking projects, blueprints and tech standards.
• Overhead hoist and/or crane operation and safety.
• Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

• High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
• Three to five years related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES

• Welding certificate preferred but not required.
• Continually participate in additional training related to the job.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Mentoring Skills – Training new team members with a positive, supportive approach.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
• Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with hoist available.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with hoist available.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to working near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat (non-weather).
• Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and heavy gloves

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with PFI.