Production Associate

Jobot; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Vacation, sick, and paid holidays

Life Insurance coverage

Job summary

Jobot in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Production Assembler to read specifications, set up fabricating tools, and assemble metal components with precision. The role emphasizes measuring parts, following detailed instructions, and maintaining equipment to ensure quality.

Join a team that offers full benefits, a 401(k) match, PTO, and holidays. Strong reading, math, and blueprint interpretation skills are valued for success in this hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Excellent reading, math and problem-solving skills.
• Able to read a tape measure and understand assembly manuals.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform accurate work quickly.

Responsibilities

• Read job specs to determine machine adjustments and material needs.
• Develop layout and sequence plans for fabricating and assembling metal parts.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines and related equipment with precision.
• Measure workpieces to verify accuracy using measuring tools.
• Perform routine machine maintenance like oiling components.
• Assist operators with setup and handling of finished parts.
• Conduct tests and inspections to ensure quality and customer standards.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job details:

Production Assembler

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sean Copeland

Salary: $16 - $16 per hour

A bit about us:

We are a leading global manufacturer in industrial design and engineering

Why join us?

• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401 (K) with generous company match
• Generous Paid time off (PTO)
• Vacation, sick, and paid holidays
• Life Insurance coverage

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Develops layout and plans sequence of operations for fabricating and assembling metal products. Examines metal stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
• Determines the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job, sets up and operates fabricating machines, (such as drill presses, saws, metal-cutting machinery, etc.), controls the operations of equipment or systems and adjusts the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions with precision.
• Sets up and operates machine tools associated with fabricating, then sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template. (Operates flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components).
• Measures work piece dimensions, using rule, template, or other measuring instruments to determine accuracy of machine operation. Verifies conformance of metal to specifications, using various measurement tools.
• Performs minor machine maintenance, such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces.
• Assists machine operators to set up machine, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces.
• Conducts tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Ensure customer service standards are met.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma and two years of prior experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent reading, math and problem-solving skills required.
• Must be able to use and read a tape measure.
• Ability to understand assembly manuals, directions, and the use of diagrams and sketches.
• Ability to read and understand tape measures, blueprints, drawings and technical plans.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform accurate work at a rapid pace.
• Ability to use power or hand tools to cut, shim, and make other modifications.
• Good eyesight, with or without glasses, is required for assemblers and fabricators who work with small parts.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to carry out complex, repetitive tasks quickly and methodically.

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