Bell Line Assembler

Federal Signal Corporation; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bell Line Assembler to join their dynamic team. In this entry-level role, you will be responsible for assembling a variety of electrical and mechanical components while ensuring quality standards are met. You will work with hand and power tools, perform testing and repairs, and train new staff members. This position offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you are looking to kickstart your career in manufacturing and enjoy hands-on work, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to perform wire and soldering operations.
• Experience with quality control and inspection.
• Familiarity with material requisitioning and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and mechanical components.
• Conduct operational checks and quality monitoring.
• Train new employees in work cell operations.

Skills

Wire and soldering operations

Quality control

Material requisitioning

Use of hand and power tools

Training employees

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering irons

Pallet jacks

Gauges

Jigs

Terminating/crimping machines

Job description

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Summary of Position

Perform duties to identify, select, and assemble a wide variety of electrical, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components and assemblies.

1. Perform simple wire and soldering operations using current manufacturing processes. Must be able to perform Go/No Go tests on small lights, controls, and various other sub-assemblies/finished models.
2. Work from drawings, blueprints, schedules, shop orders, spec sheets, process instructions, and test instructions, written or on CRT.
3. Review production schedules and arrange for parts, materials, supplies, tooling, gauges, and other equipment to meet requirements.
4. Requisition and store materials. Pass KanBan cards to producing departments per guidelines.
5. Accumulate and move items between storage areas and the work cell. Fill out and submit requisitions, move tickets, finished goods tickets, and scrap tickets.
6. Select, verify, and identify quantity of materials. Record shortages, rejected or damaged materials. Make adjustments to tools, gauges, and equipment. Conduct operational checks. Monitor work to maintain quality standards.
7. Use hand and power tools, pallet jacks, gauges, jigs, meters, soldering irons, CRT, riveters, presses, terminating/crimping machines.
8. Train new and existing employees in all facets of Work Cell operation.
9. Use computer to check order and shop order statuses. Perform other duties as assigned.
10. Test, repair, and tune regulating horns and sirens to meet standards.
11. Receive assembled products at soundproof testing and tuning enclosure. Visually inspect for defects, connect for testing, calibrate, and adjust sound levels and frequency.
12. Identify malfunctions, perform minor repairs, replace parts, and tag units indicating malfunctions.
13. Stamp and record product approval, reject reasons, and recurring defects.
14. Follow safety rules and maintain a clean work area.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Work Experience

• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

Wage Range: $16.42/hr - $20.87/hr

Benefits of Employment

Includes annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions, and tuition reimbursement. Smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park manufactures and supplies systems and products for community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder communications, industrial and municipal security, including lightbars, sirens, and warning systems. Founded in 1901, headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with global manufacturing. Visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Machinery Manufacturing