Residential Assembler

SBG; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

SBG in Minnesota is seeking an assembler to operate a range of light and automated assembly and packing machines on the 1st shift. You will set up equipment, follow prints and process docs, and help keep lines running smoothly in a flexible team environment.

The role emphasizes quality checks, downtime tracking, and participation in MOS-based continuous improvement. You will rotate through tasks, perform changeovers, and support safety and housekeeping practices.

Qualifications

• +6 months of experience with assembly or machine operating in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up a variety of assembly equipment, and perform changeovers as needed.
• Follow prints, process documentation, parts lists, and engineering instructions.
• Conduct functional tests and quality checks, calibrate instruments, and stop production for defects.
• Move materials within the department to meet production schedules and assist with scheduling.
• Rotate through tasks, participate in safety and housekeeping duties, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Job description

Set up miscellaneous light and automatic assembly and packing machines to perform a variety of operations, such as adjusting set-ups until parts and sub-assemblies meet prescribed specification; instruct operators in proper use of set-up; troubleshoot on machines; and, make necessary adjustments and set ups to keep machines in operation. Assembler will be expected to work in a flexible team environment. This is a full-time permanent Union-affiliated position for the 1st Shift. Weekends and overtime hours as needed based on demand.

JOB DUTIES

• Operate assembly machines and equipment safely. Make up unit and multiple pack cartons, pack assemblies as prescribed, seal and label cartons.
• Will be required to perform work per print, process documentation, parts lists, maintenance manuals, engineering documentation or engineering instruction.
• Perform functional tests, such as visual, mechanical, and electrical checks on parts, sub-assemblies, and devices. Check quality of parts being run using a variety of gages and other measuring equipment and stop production due to defects. Make sure measurement instruments being used are properly calibrated.
• Use an appropriate system to obtain and move materials and supplies within the department to meet production schedules.
• Perform changeover duties and machine startup/shut down procedures. Load/unload parts.
• Perform operator maintenance awareness duties and checklists.
• Set-up and operate a variety of assembly equipment. Required to work within skill level, experience, and training to maximize equipment uptime. Implement flexible workstations.
• Rework parts and assist with product problem solving. Gather data for continuous improvement.
• Conduct downtime tracking (where applicable) and keep updated documentation on equipment problems, scrap, quality checks, etc.
• Work in a team environment which may include: Learning and using team skills, training other team members, identifying bottlenecks and work arounds. Will be required to attend communications meetings. May be asked to give customer/supplier tours and perform safety tours. Be responsible for actions log.
• Rotate among all jobs in department and move to bottlenecks.
• Perform and prioritize daily schedule, based on customer’s requirements. Assist with scheduling and planning. Provide order status.
• Use basic computer skills to assist with communication between groups, cells, and shifts.
• May require successful completion of a variety of on the job certifications or qualification programs (including classroom instruction where applicable).
• MOS - Embrace and engage in the Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) including activities, but not limited to Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total productive Maintenance (TPM) and Knowledge Sharing

YOU MUST HAVE

• +6 months of experience with assembly or machine operating in a manufacturing environment

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

• Common hand tools and power drivers
• Personal computer
• Inspection equipment and gages
• Non-motorized material handling equipment
• Miscellaneous light machines
• Housekeeping equipment
• Semi-automated and automated machines
• Soldering equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to miscellaneous chemicals, including, but not limited to: Alcohols (Isopropanol, etc), Epoxy/Loctite, Mercury, Oil/vanishing oil, Urethane Foam Resin, Ethylene Glycol, Flux, Potting material, Glue, Dye/Ink, Toluene, Polyfilm, Methylethylketone (MEK), Molycote, Glycol, Acetone, Lead Solder, Beryllium Copper, Hot Melt Glue, Polymeric Isocyanate, General cleaning chemicals, and various other solvents/chemicals.
• Electrostatic Discharge controls training and compliance with ESD policies.
• Solder certifications may be required.
• Must meet designated lifting requirements.
• Safety glasses with side shields required. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required according to job duties.
• Drinking and eating in designated areas only.
• Must maintain good housekeeping practices in assigned area. (Perform 5S activities within the cell)
• Must work in a team environment and will be required to rotate to different aspects of the job.
• May be exposed to noise, dirt and/or chemicals in some areas.
• May require successful completion of a variety of on-the-job certifications or qualification programs (including classroom instruction where applicable).

WE VALUE

• Mechanical repair experience (both machine and automotive) will also be considered
• Computer literacy
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and initiative to learn processes
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude
• Solder certifications

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Immediate vacation and sick time
• Immediate benefits including 401k/retirement matching programs, health, vision, and dental insurances, and employee stock purchasing program.