Assembly: Utility Operator (UH) - 2nd Shift

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive in Holyoke, MA is seeking an Assembly Operator to run roller chain assembly processes, operate stringing machines, power presses, and related equipment to meet quality standards.

You will retrieve components, inspect finished products, and assist/train new operators, with emphasis on safety and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an approved training program for setting up and operating all equipment.
• Must be able to measure and inspect assembled products; basic mathematics essential.
• Must be capable of handling somewhat heavy fixtures and parts.
• Must identify parts from engineering drawings used to produce chain products.
• Must be self-motivated and able to follow procedures for quality and operation.
• Must work well in a team and communicate effectively with peers.
• Must be flexible and adapt working practices to changing needs.
• Must be capable of running all equipment in section.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assembly processes for roller chain are efficient and meet quality standards.
• Operate stringing processes, power presses, pre-stressing and related equipment; manage inspection gear.
• Retrieve/replace components to maintain continuous operation; train and assist new operators.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Mathematics

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Tools

Power presses

Jigs and fixtures

Greasing equipment

Packaging equipment

Job description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• To ensure that all assembly processes to produce roller chain are maintained and run to the high levels of efficiency and quality stipulated by U.S. Tsubaki standards. Primarily responsible for the operation of stringing processes, power presses, pre-stressing equipment, packaging equipment, greasing equipment and associated inspection equipment.
• Retrieve and replace components from parts storage or prior processes to ensure continuous operation of equipment.
• Assists, trains and develops new operators.
• Previous experience is desirable assembling metal components, utilizing power presses, jigs and fixtures along with a variety of associated inspection equipment.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an approved training program as to setting up and operating all equipment in section.
• Must be able to measure and inspect assembled products. Basic mathematics essential.
• Must be capable of handling somewhat heavy fixtures and parts.
• Must have the ability to identify various parts from engineering drawings used to produce chain products.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Able to understand and follow procedures specified by the company for Quality and Operation of the assembly process. Must be able to follow directions of group leader and set-up person.
• Must be an active team member, capable of communicating and working effectively and harmoniously with their peers.
• Must be flexible and able to change and adapt working practices as required to suit the changing needs of the business.
• Must be capable of running all equipment in section.
• Follow direction / instruction of group leader or supervisor.
• Must be physically fit and capable of handling heavy weights.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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