Suspension Assembler-Rear (Prod)

FOX Factory, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX Factory seeks an Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team in Kentucky. You will assemble and install after-market suspension packages, exhaust components, and side-steps, following instructions and blueprints to ensure accurate, high-quality results.

You must be able to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs, manage multiple tasks, and adhere to safety and quality procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior 4x4 or automotive experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; no experience required but manufacturing exposure preferred.
• Ability to read assembly instructions, blueprints, and parts lists; follow specs precisely.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Installs after-market suspension packages and off-road components as described.
• Prepares work by studying assembly instructions, gathering parts, and tools.
• Assembles components, checks connections, and verifies measurements.
• Maintains clean, safe work environment and records production data.
• Participates in daily shop organization and team efforts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Reading & interpreting instructions

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Basic fabrication skills

Using power tools

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Air or electric power tools

Torque wrenches

Plasma cutter

Job description

What We Do

Fox Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

Position Summary

Assembles and installs after-market suspension packages, active exhaust systems or tips, and side-steps.

Position Responsibilities

• Installs after-market packages including off-road suspension systems, performance handling suspension systems, active exhaust systems or tips, side-steps and much more.
• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and parts lists; gather parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Assembles suspension components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and sub-assemblies.
• Positions parts and sub-assemblies by using work instructions, templates or reading measurements.
• Verifies specifications by measuring completed component.
• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Participates in daily shop organization and clean-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Meticulous attention to detail and capable of multi-tasking
• Ability to meet and establish deadlines.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, as well as the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, complex operating and work instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Basic fabrication skills, cutting and welding metal, and using a plazma cutter.
• Ability to use various tools, such as hand tools, air or electric power tools, torque wrenches (must own or purchase personal tools).

Position Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or equivalent required
• Experience: No experience required but 1+ year of prior experience working with 4x4's suspension/lifts preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in manufacturing or manufacturing quality environment preferred.
• Experience using mechanical inspection or power tools preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing Environment
• Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time
• Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions -including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations, and social/recreational programs -on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.