Senior Siren Assembler - 6am - 2:30pm

Federal Signal Corporation; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free workplace

Job summary

Federal Signal Corporation in University Park, IL is seeking an assembler to read diagrams, plan work areas, and assemble components to high quality standards. The role involves training staff, using hand tools and gauges, and ensuring timely production flow. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to follow safety rules.

The position offers an hourly pay range with benefits, and requires adherence to quality and waste-reduction goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read and understand component assembly drawings.
• Follows safety rules and maintains clean work area.

Responsibilities

• Works from SMV specifications, drawings, wiring diagrams, and instructions.
• Plans and sets up work area and determines assembly methods for products.
• Fits, aligns, mounts, connects, sells and secures parts and units accurately.
• Trains and instructs employees in work cell operations.
• Uses tools, gauges, fixtures and measuring equipment.
• Maintains flow of production and quality standards.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quality standards

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Cross-training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Gauges

Measuring equipment

Fixtures

KanBan

Job description

• Works from SMV specifications, drawings, wiring diagrams, and instructions.
• Plans and sets up work area, determining assembly method and procedures for assembling products.
• Fits, aligns, mounts, connects, solders and otherwise secures parts and auxiliary units accurately.
• Trains and instructs new and existing employees to work effectively within the department and instructs them in all facets of the work cell operation.
• Uses computer, fax, hand power tools, gauges, fixtures, measuring equipment, hand and power material handling equipment.
• Possesses ability to read and understand component assembly drawings and maintains flow of production and quality standards.
• Identifies opportunities for reducing set up time.
• Works with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to effect changes in tooling, design, and processes that will increase and improve throughput, minimize waste, and reduce inventory.
• Performs preventative maintenance (cleaning, oiling, inspecting, and minor adjustments) on equipment within the work cell.
• Responsible for and has authority to transmit (KanBan) releases to internal and external suppliers.
• Minimizes work cell inventory.
• Performs duties to identify and store materials, supplies, and components in work cell.
• Uses the computer to determine the latest component and/or assembly revision, order status, component cost, where used status, bin location, and other related data.
• Makes operational test using a variety of equipment.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, or replaces parts and makes final adjustments to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identifies defective or damaged (nonconforming) parts and materials.
• Participates in group meetings to discuss problems and/or proposed improvements.
• Rotates between various jobs within the department to facilitate cross training.
• Follows safety rules and keeps work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Works from SMV specifications, drawings, wiring diagrams, and instructions.
• Plans and sets up work area, determining assembly method and procedures for assembling products.
• Fits, aligns, mounts, connects, solders and otherwise secures parts and auxiliary units accurately.
• Trains and instructs new and existing employees to work effectively within the department and instructs them in all facets of the work cell operation.
• Uses computer, fax, hand power tools, gauges, fixtures, measuring equipment, hand and power material handling equipment.
• Possesses ability to read and understand component assembly drawings and maintains flow of production and quality standards.
• Identifies opportunities for reducing set up time.
• Works with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to effect changes in tooling, design, and processes that will increase and improve throughput, minimize waste, and reduce inventory.
• Performs preventative maintenance (cleaning, oiling, inspecting, and minor adjustments) on equipment within the work cell.
• Responsible for and has authority to transmit (KanBan) releases to internal and external suppliers.
• Minimizes work cell inventory.
• Performs duties to identify and store materials, supplies, and components in work cell.
• Uses the computer to determine the latest component and/or assembly revision, order status, component cost, where used status, bin location, and other related data.
• Maintains department records as required.
• Makes operational test using a variety of equipment.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, or replaces parts and makes final adjustments to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identifies defective or damaged (nonconforming) parts and materials.
• Participates in group meetings to discuss problems and/or proposed improvements.
• Rotates between various jobs within the department to facilitate cross training.
• Follows safety rules and keeps work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Skills, And Work Experience

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Pay Range: $20.46 - $26.14

Benefits Of Employment

• annual bonus potential
• insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
• paid holidays
• paid vacation
• 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement
• We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software. Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

All other applications must be submitted online.