TEMPLATE - Production Assembly

McWane - Sandbox; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major fire protection firm in Trussville, Alabama, is seeking a skilled assembly worker to perform light physical labor and assemble parts for fire suppression products. The role requires good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety protocols. Candidates should be 18 or older, capable of lifting up to 30 lbs., and preferably have experience in soldering. This position operates on a 10-hour shift from Monday to Thursday, with a commitment to quality standards and company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the US.
• Ability to transport up to 30 lbs.
• Experience with electrical components is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive light physical labor for up to three hours.
• Assemble parts on a production line.
• Follow detailed written or oral instructions.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic math (fractions and decimals)

Soldering experience

Tools

Soldering tools

Manufacturing test equipment

Job description

Who We Are…… Amerex Corporation is the world’s largest and most innovative manufacturer of fire suppression products for commercial and industrial applications. Our portable extinguishers, state-of the-art gas detection systems and pre-engineered fire suppression systems for vehicles, commercial cooking operations and paint spray booths, have earned Amerex a reputation for excellence in the fire protection industry. Since our founding in 1971, no other company has surpassed the quality, service and innovation provided by Amerex. With quality products, constant innovation, and excellent customer support, Amerex is unsurpassed in its pioneering efforts to provide better fire protection throughout the world. Amerex Corporation is wholly owned by McWane Inc., one of the largest manufacturers of fire hydrants, valves, and cast-iron pipes in North America.

What We Live By…… The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, “What does this mean for me?” This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Job Description

Shift Hours: Work 10 hour shift - Monday - Thursday 1st shift 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM No phone inquiries accepted - you will be contacted if selected for an interview. Please bring a valid state issued ID with photo if interview is scheduled. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

• Perform repetitive light physical labor uninterrupted for periods of up to three (3) hours at an interval.
• ability to precisely assembly part/assemblies on steady paced production line.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow all applicable instructions, forms and procedures.
• Ability to be trained, work and rotated through all department work stations and work in other departments as needed.
• Ability to understand/learn fractions and decimals.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Follow and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Must meet or exceed department/job production standards and company attendance guidelines.
• Understand and follow company work and safety rules, policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
• Transport up to 30 lbs. (lift & carry).
• Occasional bend, stoop, push and reach during the shift.
• Ability to work in seasonal high temperatures and humidity air environment.
• Pass a post offer drug test, background check and fitness review.
• Experience soldering electrical components, terminal connections and splices is a plus.

Qualifications

• Use a variety of tools, machines and test equipment to manufacture and assemble a variation of harness and electrical components used in the manufacture of fire suppression systems following blueprints, bill or materials, work instructions and JSA sheets.
• Melt and apply solder along adjoining edges on solder joint.
• Quickly identify quality of solder joints and make corrections to provide finished products to the required standards.
• Inspect parts to blueprint and work instructions and keep accurate count of parts.
• Rotate and perform productions duties as assigned.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.