Gasket Plate Exchanger Assembler II — Growth & Kaizen

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental and vision plans

Robust wellness program

Generous 401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off benefits

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in the Richmond, VA area is seeking an assembler for gasket plate heat exchangers. You will assemble components, using hand and power tools, following blueprints and SOPs to build finished products in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong manual dexterity and attention to detail, with a focus on safety, quality, and clean workspaces. You will participate in 5S, crew collaboration, and continuous improvement activities across teams.

Qualifications

• Able to read and follow blueprints and SOPs.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Receive daily work assignments and execute production per SOPs and blueprints.
• Report deviations to team leaders and update status boards.
• Participate in daily status meetings and propose solutions.
• Review and suggest improvements to SOPs.
• Identify waste and drive KAIZEN improvements.
• Perform 5S routines and cross-train across processes.
• Record data on quality documentation per company standards.
• Support ALPS continuous improvement programs.
• Cross train to support department demands.
• Pass Industrial Vehicle Test (Crane, Forklift).
• Lift raw materials and finished products safely.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Quality checks

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in the Richmond, VA area is seeking an assembler for gasket plate heat exchangers. You will assemble components, using hand and power tools, following blueprints and SOPs to build finished products in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires strong manual dexterity and attention to detail, with a focus on safety, quality, and clean workspaces. You will participate in 5S, crew collaboration, and continuous improvement activities across teams.