Automated Assembly Cell Operator - 2nd SHIFT

Reliable Sprinkler Co.; Henderson, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliable Sprinkler Co. is seeking an Automated Assembly Cell Operator for the 2nd shift in Henderson, TN. You will support a four-Fanuc robot cell, managing component feeding, changeovers, and packaging while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Work includes selecting and feeding parts, adjusting tooling and conveyors, and performing changeovers with accuracy. Strong attention to detail and reliability are essential for keeping production flowing smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, setup sheets, and safety procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort around automated industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented work ethic.
• Experience with Fanuc robots or tooling swaps is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and feed raw components into the automated assembly cell per schedules and work instructions.
• Monitor the cell to ensure uninterrupted supply and alert supervision of any feed issues.
• Inspect incoming components for defects before feeding the cell.
• Construct and stage corrugated boxes for shipping finished assemblies and label them properly.
• Perform product sizing changeovers and swap components to match production orders.
• Maintain 5S standards and a clean, safe work area.
• Record counts, downtime, and changeover times in shift logs or systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Read instructions

Safety awareness

Team player

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc robot systems

Conveyors

Tooling swaps

Job description

Automated Assembly Cell Operator - 2nd SHIFT

Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - General Labor

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Henderson, TN

Reporting To: Stacey Wray

Compensation: $23.59 / hour

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mechanically inclined Assembly Cell Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and supporting a state-of-the-art Automated Assembly Cell consisting of four Fanuc industrial robots that produce pipe hanger clevises. This is a hands‑on position that plays a critical role in maintaining production flow, cell efficiency, and product quality.

How You Will Help

Cell Operation & Component Feeding

• Load and feed raw components — including clevis tops, clevis bottoms, bolts, and nuts — into the automated assembly cell in accordance with production schedules and work instructions.
• Monitor the cell during operation to ensure consistent, uninterrupted component supply and alert supervision of any feed or flow interruptions.
• Inspect incoming components for defects or non-conformances prior to feeding the cell.

Packaging & Material Handling

• Construct and stage corrugated cardboard shipping/storage boxes for the robotic cell to deposit finished clevis assemblies into.
• Ensure boxes are properly labeled, sized, and positioned at designated output stations.
• Remove completed boxes from the cell, verify counts, and transfer to downstream staging or shipping areas.

Sizing Changeovers

Perform product sizing changeovers as directed, which include:

• Swapping clevis top and bottom components for alternate sizes
• Changing bolt and nut sizes to match the active production order
• Replacing and securing 8 tooling fixtures within the cell
• Adjusting entrance conveyor lane guides to accommodate different component dimensions
• Execute changeovers efficiently and accurately using provided setup sheets and tooling to minimize downtime.

Quality & Safety

• Perform visual and dimensional quality checks on assembled clevises per established inspection criteria.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with 5S standards.
• Follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when performing changeovers or any work near the cell.
• Report equipment faults, robot alarms, or quality issues to the supervisor or maintenance team promptly.

Documentation

• Record production counts, downtime events, and changeover times accurately on shift logs or electronic systems as required.

What You Will Bring

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, setup sheets, and safety procedures
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working in proximity to automated industrial equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented work ethic

Preferred

• Prior experience working in an automated manufacturing or assembly environment
• Experience with industrial robotics, particularly Fanuc robot systems (operating HMI panels, responding to fault/alarm conditions, basic teach pendant familiarity)
• Experience performing production changeovers or tooling swaps
• Familiarity with conveyor-fed assembly systems