Assembly Team Member

Power-Solutions-International,-Inc; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k match

Life insurance

AD&D

Short- and long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Power Solutions International (PSI) is seeking an Assembly Team Member in Wood Dale, IL. You will assemble engine components and subassemblies per blueprints and standard work instructions, using hand tools and electronic tooling, while applying Lean principles to improve efficiency.

The role requires reading technical documents, measuring critical dimensions, and maintaining quality during production, including lifting up to 40 pounds and following all safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to read engineering drawings and instructions.
• Reading and converting instruction manuals/diagrams into work.
• Experience with micrometers/calipers and hand tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble or install engine components and subassemblies using hand tools and electronic tooling per blueprints and work instructions.
• Verify product quality using quality checklists and report defects.
• Measure critical dimensions with micrometers/calipers and observe assembly movement to detect issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Hand tools

Electronic tooling

Lean tools

Job description

Pay Rate: $19.00/ hour + overtimeShift: 1st Shift, 5:30am - 4:00pm Monday - ThursdayPower Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.Position Summary:Reporting to the Group Lead and taking daily assignments from the Team Lead, the Team Member Assembly assembles or installs various assemblies, components, and accessories in conformance with engineering drawings, standardized work instructions and quality standards. The role requires the ability to balance effective utilization of quality workmanship methods with the ability to meet production schedules, including product quantity goals, to achieve manufacturing goals.Essential Responsibilities:Assemble or install various engine components, mechanical assemblies, or subassemblies using hand tools and electronic tooling according to blueprints, standardized work instructions, Standardized Operation Sheets, Job Element Sheets, or job tracker while utilizing Lean elements and methodologies for continuous improvementVerify product quality based on work instructions and quality checklist and follow the standard process for reporting defective materials or questionable conditionsExamine parts using digital and vernier scale micrometers to measure critical dimensions or observe movement of completed assemblies to detect any deficiencies as neededAs needed, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds of materials to assist in productionLearn and execute team lifts for items over 40 pounds. Adhere to all safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, navigating the plant with alert behavior, operating power tools and machines according to instructions, and disposing of waste properlyAll other duties as assigned by managementRequirements:High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience, including the ability to apply math (fractions, ratios, measurements) and to read, comprehend, and convert instruction manuals/diagrams into workMechanical aptitude or experience in automotive assembly and/or other high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environmentPreferred Qualifications:Ability to obtain Lift Truck, Crane, or other designated equipment certification by completing PSI on-site Training ProgramsAbility to use micrometers, calipers, attribute/variable gauges, and hand toolsPrior Electrical, Plumbing, Fabrication, Machining, or Automotive experience or certifications can be helpful. (NIMS, ASE)Experience using or knowledge of Lean manufacturing and/or ISO9001 methodologies, processes, or toolsBilingual Spanish/EnglishPSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees..