Manufacturing Mechanical Assembler - 2nd shift

ABEC Inc; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ABEC Inc is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to join their team in Bethlehem, PA. The position involves fabricating mechanical parts and requires attention to detail, proficiency in hand tools, and previous fabrication experience. Benefits include medical insurance and a generous 401K plan, making it a great opportunity for skilled individuals looking to advance in manufacturing.

Benefits

Paid holidays and vacation time

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Generous 401K plan (40% match)

College tuition benefit program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 1 year previous Assembler/Fabrication experience required.
• MIG & TIG welding experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fabricate equipment accurately and timely.
• Knowledge of hand tools and fabricating equipment required.
• Conduct operations in a safe manner.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Read Tape Measure

Proficient with Hand Tools

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Basic Fabrication Tools

Job description

Description

Company Background:

ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays and vacation time

• Medical, dental and vision insurance (benefits start day 1)

• Company paid life insurance

• Generous 401K plan (40% match)

• College tuition benefit program

• Employee Referral Program

Position Summary:

As an ABEC Mechanical Assembler you will assemble and / or fabricate mechanical parts, pieces or products using a variety or tools and equipment according to required specifications.

2nd Shift hours are: 2:00pm – 10:30pm, includes 10% shift differential)

(TRAINING WILL TAKE PLACE ON 1ST SHIFT 6:00AM-2:30PM)

Responsibilities:

• Assemble and fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication process.

• Knowledge of all types of hand tools, fabricating equipment, measuring devices.

• Work on stainless steel fabrication, including to but not limited to:

- Cutting tube

- Operate hand grinders

- Polishing

- Bending

- Assembly

• NDT/Liquid Penetrate all inside welds on an electro polished vessels.

• Install and maintain utility/service lines.

• Operate overhead crane and/or forklift.

• Physically capable of wearing protective eye, ear, and head gear.

• Must be able to stand 8+ hours per day.

• Inspect and maintain proper and safe operation of all shop equipment.

• Conduct operations in a safe manner.

• Execute other tasks as assigned.

• Ability to travel when required.

• Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.

Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.

• One (1) year previous Assembler/Fabrication experience.

• Experience with MIG & TIG stainless steel welding methods & techniques a plus, but not required.

• Ability to read tape measure and perform simple mathematical equations.

• Aptitude with blue print reading.

• Proficient with the use of hand tools and basic fabrication tools.

• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. / 23 kilograms.

• Typical work is in a manufacturing environment or customer’s site.

• Required to stand for long periods of time and may involve heavy manual labor.

• You will need to be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, push, pull and carry items.

• Exposure to loud noises.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment.

• Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.

• Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.