Component Assembler I

Eriez Manufacturing Co.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eriez Manufacturing Co. is seeking a dedicated Component Assembler to join our 2nd shift team. This role entails assembling metal detector components to strict quality standards while also assisting in the training of junior employees. Ideal candidates will have some manufacturing experience and possess the ability to read industrial blueprints.

Benefits

401(k)

Employer 401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to train and guide junior employees.

Responsibilities

• Assemble/wind MD coil assemblies to meet established standards.
• Continue to train and guide junior employees.
• Maintain clean and safe work area.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to read industrial blueprints

Ability to operate tools

Training and guiding junior employees

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

About Us:
Established in 1942, Eriez is a global leader in separation technologies. Our commitment to innovation has positioned us as a driving market force in several key technology areas including magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection and material handling equipment. Our 900+ employees are dedicated to providing trusted technical solutions to the mining, food, recycling, packaging, aggregate and other process industries. Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania (USA), Eriez designs, manufactures and markets on six continents through 13 wholly owned international subsidiaries and an extensive sales representative network.

About the Role:

We are looking for a component assembler to join our 2nd shift team. Metal Detector Component Assemblers are responsible for the initial assembly of Eriez industrial metal detectors, to include coil winding, potting and the installation of waterproof liners. Each assembler must maintain Eriez strict standards to ensure the easier electronic tuning and the proper operation of every metal detector. When the work load in Metal Detection is low, this position will backfill as a Level 1 Parts finisher for MD components.

Responsibilities include:

• Assemble/wind MD coil assemblies to meet established standards
• Perform assembly work in metal detector as directed by supervisor/leadman.
• Continue to train and guide junior employees to perform at a high level within the department.
• Properly layout, drill, tap, cut, grind, etc. as required.
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.
• Maintain clean and safe work area.
• Complete tasks timely and efficiently in accordance with expectations as directed by supervisor.
• Able to operate tools including but not limited to, hand tools, manual machine tools, torch, drill press, thermo-plastic welding equipment, etc.
• Ability to learn Eriez labor and work order collection system.
• Notify supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.

• High School Diploma
• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read and use industrial blueprints preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and use basic shop math including decimals and fractions.
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly procedures, instruction manuals and material/pick lists to complete assemblies.
• Able to use specialized tools/fixtures, both electrical and mechanical to complete assembly.
• Able to properly use and handle epoxies, compounds, chemicals, and dispensing equipment.
• Must be able to work independently with a wide variety of hand and power tools; manual dexterity to assemble small fragile components.
• Ability to operate walk behind forklift in order to place and remove items from department shelving.
• Demonstrated ability to train and guide junior employees and assist them as needed in extensive troubleshooting circumstances.
• Work independently and train others within the department.

• 401(k)
• Employer 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Hourly pay Range - $17.45/hr. to $19.19/hr. (commensurate with experience) + 6% second shift differential premium

Eriez is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.