Production Assembler

Air Techniques, Inc.; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Techniques, Inc. in Melville, NY, is seeking an electro-mechanical assembler for full-time positions to build medical device products such as air compressors and vacuums with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include producing components and subassemblies per blueprints, operating equipment, maintaining quality records, and assisting with cross-training while following all safety procedures. Candidates should have 2–3 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or related experience.
• 2–3 years electro-mechanical assembler experience preferred in medical/dental equipment.
• Experience with basic assembly hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce components, subassemblies, and final assemblies per blueprints and work instructions.
• Set up and operate equipment to meet specifications.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE at all times.
• Maintain quality and production records.
• Assist lower classification personnel and cross-train as needed.
• Understand and use measuring equipment.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and records.
• Produce and measure product to comply with drawings and work instructions.

Skills

Thoroughness

Teamwork Orientation

Time Management

Technical Capacity

Basic Assembly Functions

Follow Instructions

Reading Drawings/Work Instructions

Clear Communication

Lift 40 lbs

Organized Work Area

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Full Time Melville, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1091

Salary Range: $18.00 To $19.50 Hourly

Founded in 1962, Air Techniques, Inc. set out to manufacture first-rate products for the dental industry. Over 64 years later, Air Techniques has grown from a small company into a successful corporation. At our New York headquarters, we design and build two main groups of products: utility room and digital imaging products. Our products are manufactured in a vertically integrated factory where compliance with the Food and Drug Administration Good Manufacturing Practices is paired with stringent Quality Standards. In-house engineering staff designs our products for the dental market. We are proud to maintain the ISO-13485 registration certification which reinforces our pledge to quality and customer satisfaction. At Air Techniques, we have earned our reputation in the dental industry through our commitment to quality and ensuring customer satisfaction. We are proud that Air Techniques represents superior quality to dealers and dentists worldwide.

Position Description

Responsible for performing repetitive bench or line assembly operations to produce medical device products, primarily for the Dental industry, such as air compressors and vacuums with limited supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Produce complicated components needed, subassemblies, and final assemblies in related area to blueprint and work instructions
• Work under the direction of supervisors, or more experienced personnel, with minimal supervision
• Setup and operate all equipment and tools in related area to produce product to specification requirements
• Must follow all environmental policies and procedures when working with chemicals and substances
• Must follow all safety procedures and wear required P.P.E. at all times
• Maintain high quality and production standards and keep records accurately
• Assist lower classification personnel and be willing to cross train as needed
• Understand and use measuring equipment
• Setup and operate necessary equipment in related area
• Complete all necessary paperwork and records required
• Produce and measure product to ensure compliance to engineering drawings and work instruction specifications
• Maintain clean, neat, and safe work area
• Assists with the training of co-workers
• Maintain a clean, neat, and healthy work environment
• Work safely following all safety procedures
• Willing to work overtime as required
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Work Experience Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience as an Electro-mechanical assembler in a dental, medical or military equipment company preferred
• Knowledge and use of basic assembly hand tools i.e. screw drivers, wrenches, drills, etc.

Core Skills Requirements

• Thoroughness: shows attention to detail and takes great care
• Teamwork Orientation: work cooperatively with others on a team
• Time Management and attendance: the ability to work quickly and methodically, dedicated to getting the job done
• Technical Capacity: knowledgeable and having the skills to perform specialized tasks
• Ability to perform basic assembly functions and possess the skills needed to use basic hand tools
• Must follow verbal and/or written instructions and take direction from their supervisor or lead person
• Understanding of basic mechanical and electrical drawings, in the form of Work Instructions, Method Sheets and Bills of Material
• Capability to communicate clearly both written and verbally
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs on a consistent basis
• Ability to maintain an organized and neat work area

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or related experience.

It is the policy of Air Techniques to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.