General Assembly

ITW; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW in Minnesota is seeking an assembly technician to assemble sub-assemblies and final products from electronic, electro-mechanical and mechanical components. You will read drawings, use hand and power tools, and manage parts from floor to finish.

Specialized training includes Soldering, ESD, Hoist, Forklift, and safety programs. The position pays $17.75–$20.65 per hour and requires basic math, keyboarding, and teamwork in a quality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic soldering skills.
• Strong time management, problem solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with team members in a positive manner.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend drawings, work-aids and safety documents.
• Build sub-assemblies and finished goods using hand tools, power tools and fixtures.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment.
• Retrieve parts from floor or overhead.
• Package and stock completed products.
• Maintain inventory levels and locations using FIFO practices.
• Adhere to 5S and Continuous Improvement practices.
• Handle hazardous materials as required.

Skills

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Personal interaction

Soldering

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary: Perform various assembly-related operations involving electronic, electro-mechanical and mechanical components, sub-assemblies and final assembly levels. This could include strain gage bonding, wiring & soldering, test, potting, general mechanical assembly and others.

Essential Functions

• Read and comprehend drawings, work-aids and safety documents
• Build sub-assemblies and finished goods using hand tools, power tools and fixtures
• Operate a variety of power tools, hand tools, and small hoist and other lift assist devices
• Retrieve parts from floor or overhead
• Package and stock completed products

Key Duties

• Accurately maintain inventory levels and locations utilizing first-in/ first-out best practices
• Practice good safety and housekeeping skills, including active participation in 5S program and Continuous Improvement activities
• Periodically work with hazardous materials (Safety Data Sheets on file)
• May be assigned to different product lines as deemed necessary by management in order to meet customer and/or company objectives.
• Utilize “hands on” training and follow company approved documentation tools (i.e. work aids,
  drawings, etc.) to fulfill assembly related tasks
• Assist in directing workflow and training of others as required by the Team Leader.
• Collaborative communication with team members
• Demonstrate sufficient technical and quality proficiency.
• Complete paper work requirements and computer data input functions
• Work at a variety of workstations and on a variety of products
• Report equipment maintenance issues
• Meet objectives outlined in the Safety Policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Education Qualifications

Knowledge: Basic knowledge of a computer and keyboarding experience helpful. Basic math skills.

Skills: Strong time management skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail, communication skills and personal interaction skills are essential. Basic soldering skills.

Abilities: Ability to comprehend detailed data from work orders, work aids, blueprints and sales orders. Good training retention. Must be able to collaborate with team members in a positive manner. Strong work ethic and self- motivation with minimal supervision. Quality orientated.

Education: High school graduate or equivalent

Specialized Training

Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide specific training for the following specialized processes. These are to be recorded on the employee’s training record:

• Avery Weigh-Tronix Soldering Standard, as required
• ESD, as required
• Hoist Training (if applicable)
• Forklift Training (if applicable)
• Environmental health and safety
• Certification for specific jobs (if applicable)

Pay Range: $17.75 - $20.65 per hour

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to constantly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, lift, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal vision. Other physical requirements include:

• Above-average dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

• Continuous grasping & pinching actions with both hands throughout the workday.

• Ability to complete highly repetitious duties

• Ability to work 8-10 hour shift

• Ability to physically move or assist in moving equipment

• Sit – 5% - 100% of time depending on task

• Stand – 5% - 100% of time depending on task

• Walk – 0% - 20% of time depending on task

• Climb or balance – 0% - 15% of time depending on task

• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl – 0% - 20% of time

• Use of hands – 100% of time

• Reach of hands and arms – 80%+ of time

• Lifting up to 10 lbs – 33% - 90% of time

• Lifting up to 25 lbs – 5% - 10% of time

• Lifting up to 50 lbs – up to 5% of time

• Able to wear safety (steel- or composite-toed) shoes during entire shift

• Able to wear eye and hearing protection during entire shift

Additional Information

It is understood applicants may not have the desired experience & all required skills at the time of hire. Avery Weigh-Tronix expects that any person hired will make satisfactory progress on the job towards achieving those skills.

It is the policy of Avery Weigh-Tronix to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Employees will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon the request of their Supervisor. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Compensation Information:

Pay Range: $17.75 - $20.65 per hour

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.