Mechanical Assembler I (Second Shift)

FuelCell Energy; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Generous paid leave

Job summary

FuelCell Energy in Torrington, Connecticut is seeking a candidate for manufacturing assembly operations. The role involves hands-on tasks ensuring quality and safety standards while utilizing various tools and techniques in a dynamic work environment.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for previous mechanical or manufacturing experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS Diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing or mechanical experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working in automotive repairs, construction, or other assembly type environments will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical or measurement product assembly operations.
• Make setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications.
• Meet quantity and quality standards and requirements.

Skills

Ability to use electronically controlled equipment and hand tools

Experience with tooling and assembly utilizing heavy equipment

Experience with quality measuring tools, i.e. calipers, micrometers

Experience in use of air pallets, forklifts and overhead crane operations

Background in welding and electronic/wiring assembly

Education

Minimum HS Diploma or GED

Trade School or Military experience

Job description

FuelCellEnergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL) is a global leader in developing environmentally responsible distributed baseload power solutions through our proprietary fuel cell technology. We develop turn‑key distributed power generation solutions andoperateand provide comprehensive services for the life of the power plant. We are working to expand the proprietary technologies that we have developed over the past five decades into new products, marketsand geographies. Our mission and purposeremainsto utilize our proprietary, state‑of‑the‑art fuel cell power plants to reduce the global environmental footprint of baseload power generation by providing environmentally responsible solutions for reliable electrical power, hot water, steam, chilling, hydrogen, microgrid applications, and carbon capture and, in so doing, drive demand for our products and services, thus realizing positive stockholder returns. Our fuel cell solution is a clean, efficient alternative to traditional combustion‑based power generation and is complementary to an energy mix consisting of intermittent sources of energy, such as solar and wind turbines. Our systems answer the needs of diverse customers across several markets, including utility companies, municipalities, universities, hospitals, governmententitiesand a variety of industrial and commercial enterprises. We provide solutions for various applications, including utility‑scale distributed generation, on‑site power generation and combined heat and power, with the differentiating ability to do so utilizing multiple sources of fuel including natural gas, Renewable Biogas (i.e., landfill gas, anaerobic digester gas), propane and various blends of such fuels. Our multi‑fuel source capability is significantly enhanced by our proprietary gas‑clean‑up skid.

Primary Function

Performs a wide variety of electronic, electro‑mechanical, mechanical or measurement product assembly operations on product components, large and small assemblies or sub‑assemblies. Determines and/or follows work instructions and sequence travelers of operations in performing wiring, component installation, welding and fitting on assembly units. Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications.

Performs hands‑on manufacturing tasks while meeting quantity and quality standards and requirements.

Performs all essential functions in a safe manner, as defined by FCE Environmental Health & Safety standards, OSHA and all applicable regulations.

Interacts and communicates in a positive and respectful manner with all coworkers, managers, and internal/external customers.

Follows work instructions to meet production requirements, including interpretation of drawings (or similar documents such as blueprints ) as required .

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum HS Diploma or GED required. Trade School or Military experience a plus.

Experience: Previous manufacturing or mechanical experience strongly preferred; experience working in automotive repairs, construction, or other assembly type environments will also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to use electronically controlled equipment and hand tools
• Experience with tooling and assembly utilizing heavy equipment
• Experience with quality measuring tools, i.e. calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Experience in use of air pallets, forklifts and overhead crane operations
• Background in welding and electronic/wiring assembly a plus

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and placement of manufacturing parts on a repeated basis, which may have a weight of up to 25 lbs. (or more with assistance)
• Ability to remain on feet and move from area to area within the Plant for a minimum period of eight (8) hours, with designated breaks (no tasks allow operators to sit while being performed)
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks with full range of motion with both hands/arms: motions include circular, up and down, back and forth, side to side and overhead
• Ability to work with, and around, chemicals, including but not limited to nickel based compounds, adhesives and solvent
• Be able and willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirator, and other PPE as required

Equal Opportunity Employer - Vet/Disability

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan and generous paid leave.

Employment with FCE is subject to pre‑employment drug- screen and background investigation.

FuelCellEnergy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

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