Mechanical Assembler II

Bauer Compressors, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Compressors, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to perform mechanical assembly operations on compressors and subassemblies, aiming for quality and efficiency.

You will read schematics and diagrams, use hand and power tools, and communicate status to your supervisor. The role requires at least three years in heavy-duty mechanical assembly, English fluency, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, operate forklift and overhead crane, and adherence to Lean 5S and ISO quality

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Three years minimum experience in heavy-duty mechanical assembly.
• English fluency and able to communicate with others effectively.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for placement of parts.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting standard measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, squares, etc.
• Proficient in safely operating forklift and overhead/jib crane.
• Able to identify and safely operate standard hand, power and air tools.
• Able to follow directions and work independently
• Possess high quality standards.
• Intermediate understanding of piping, tubing (stainless steel) swaging and belt alignment.
• Can adapt and thrive in a constantly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble units using standard hand and power tools to include air-powered tools by reading from schematics, drawings and diagrams.
• Communicate effectively to their immediate supervisor the status of needed parts to produce units.
• Perform co-worker’s job functions during absences within the department.
• Maintain work environment in accordance with Lean 5S standards and perform tasks in accordance with company safety standards.
• Maintain personal conduct within the guidelines of the employee handbook.
• Use any specialized tooling that is required in respective area. Complete any necessary certifications if required to do so.
• Heavy lifting (up to 70 pounds without assistance).
• Maintain a working knowledge of workmanship standards as well as the ISO quality system. Utilize these practices in everyday activity.
• Problem solve through root-cause analysis and other methodologies.
• Maintain change documentation.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Design and install custom stainless steel tube runs and swage tubes.
• Pull up existing programs and operate CNC tube bender.
• Identify and communicate problems with drawings, schematics, components (fabricated and purchased), etc.
• Ensure job remains clean, neat and organized during build.
• Follow workmanship instructions and suggest improvements to instructions.
• Install and align compressor and motor.
• Operate an overhead or jib crane.
• Maintain BOM change information throughout build.
• Train Mechanical Assembler I.
• Understand and complete the required job paperwork and assembly time requirements.
• Understand and incorporate Lean problem solving methodologies to facilitate process improvement.
• Work with engineering to resolve issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Effective communication

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in related field

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead/jib crane operation

Job description

Pay or shift range: $24 USD to $29 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Perform mechanical assembly operations to produce compressors and other subassemblies at required quality standards while achieving maximum efficiency.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Include the following, but other duties may apply.

Perform all functions outlined in Mechanical Assembler I job description to include, but may not be limited to:

• Assemble units using standard hand and power tools to include air-powered tools by reading from schematics, drawings and diagrams.
• Communicate effectively to their immediate supervisor the status of needed parts to produce units.
• Perform co-worker’s job functions during absences within the department.
• Maintain work environment in accordance with Lean 5S standards and perform tasks in accordance with company safety standards.
• Maintain personal conduct within the guidelines of the employee handbook.
• Use any specialized tooling that is required in respective area. Complete any necessary certifications if required to do so.
• Heavy lifting (up to 70 pounds without assistance).
• Maintain a working knowledge of workmanship standards as well as the ISO quality system. Utilize these practices in everyday activity.
• Problem solve through root-cause analysis and other methodologies.
• Maintain change documentation.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Mechanical Assembler II job functions include, but may not be limited to:

• Design and install custom stainless steel tube runs and swage tubes.
• Pull up existing programs and operate CNC tube bender.
• Identify and communicate problems with drawings, schematics, components (fabricated and purchased), etc.
• Ensure job remains clean, neat and organized during build.
• Follow workmanship instructions and suggest improvements to instructions.
• Install and align compressor and motor.
• Operate an overhead or jib crane.
• Maintain BOM change information throughout build.
• Train Mechanical Assembler I.
• Understand and complete the required job paperwork and assembly time requirements.
• Understand and incorporate Lean problem solving methodologies (ex- 5-Why, Fishbone Diagrams, etc.) to facilitate process improvement.
• Work with engineering to resolve issues.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school education or equivalent.
• Three years minimum experience in heavy-duty mechanical assembly.
• English fluency and able to communicate with others effectively.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for placement of parts.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting standard measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, squares, etc.
• Proficient in safely operating forklift and overhead/jib crane.
• Able to identify and safely operate standard hand, power and air tools.
• Able to follow directions and work independently
• Possess high quality standards.
• Intermediate understanding of piping, tubing (stainless steel) swaging and belt alignment.
• Can adapt and thrive in a constantly changing environment.

VALUED BUT NOT REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Related industry certifications.
• Associates degree in a related field.

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

• No direct reports to this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands, fingers, handle, or grasp; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Vision abilities required. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Any lifting over 50 pounds is required to be done with assistance.

Working hours are 6:00am to 4:30pm EST., Monday through Thursday; occasional overtime and weekend hours will be required. The noise levels in some manufacturing facilities frequently may exceed the normal dBA. Work conditions may include elevated noise levels requiring hearing protection and extreme temperatures, both high and low. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.

The employee will be required to wear safety glasses and possibly hearing protection.

General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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