General Assembler

Job Description:

Summary:

This position will perform various assembly-related operations involving electronic, electro-mechanical and mechanical components, sub-assemblies and final assembly levels.  This may include strain gage bonding, wiring & soldering, calibration, test, potting, general mechanical assembly and other activities.

Regular hour schedule for this this position is Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM with ½ hr lunch each day. Overtime is scheduled when needed, extending into Fridays and on occasion Saturdays.  Overtime is typically shorter workdays when scheduled. 

What You Will Do

• Operate a variety of power tools, hand tools, lift assist devices, material moving equipment as appropriate. 

• Work at a variety of workstations and on a variety of products.
• Retrieve parts from a variety of heights including floor or overhead.
• Read and comprehend drawings, work-aids and safety documents.
• Practice good safety and housekeeping skills, including active participation in 5S   program and Continuous Improvement activities.
• Periodically work with materials designated as potentially hazardous.  Safety Data Sheets are on file and regularly reviewed. 
• Conduct preventive maintenance as appropriate. Report equipment maintenance issues requiring technician review.
• Assist in directing workflow and training of others as required by your supervisor.
• Communicate with team members in a collaborative and positive manner. 
• Demonstrate sufficient technical and quality proficiency. 
• Attain production output consistent with typical employees. 
• Report to work by scheduled start time, maintain break schedule and return to station by prescribed start time. 
• Utilize computers and terminals to log in/out throughout day and submit time off requests. 
• Complete paperwork requirements and computer data input.
• May be assigned to different product lines as necessary to meet customer and/or company objectives.

What We Are Looking For

Skills:   Self-management skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail, communication/personal interaction skills are essential.  Basic counting skill is required. Basic soldering experience helpful.  Basic knowledge of a computer and keyboarding experience helpful. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to constantly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, lift, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal vision.  Other physical requirements include:

·       Above-average dexterity and hand-eye coordination. 

·       Continuous grasping & pinching actions with both hands throughout the workday.

·       Ability to complete highly repetitious duties 

·       Ability to work 8-10 hour shift

·       Ability to physically move or assist in moving equipment

·       Sit – 5% - 100% of time depending on task

·       Stand – 5% - 100% of time depending on task

·       Walk –  0% - 20% of time depending on task

·       Climb or balance – 0% - 15% of time depending on task

·       Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl –  0% - 20% of time

·       Use of hands – 100% of time

·       Reach of hands and arms – 80%+ of time

·       Lifting up to 10 lbs – 33% - 90% of time

·       Lifting up to 25 lbs – 5% - 10% of time

·       Lifting up to 50 lbs – up to 5% of time

·       Able to wear safety (steel- or composite-toed) shoes during entire shift

·       Able to wear eye and hearing protection during entire shift

Other abilities:  Ability to follow instructions (English) from sources such as work orders, work aids, blueprints, sales orders and other employees.  Good training retention.   Must be able to collaborate with team members of all backgrounds in a positive & productive manner.  Strong work ethic and self-motivation with minimal supervision.  Ability to consistently report to station on time. Quality oriented. Required to follow all safety and company policy rules. 

Education: High school graduate or equivalent

Availability: Desire to participate in voluntary overtime when offered.  Ability to self-manage paid time off including proper requests and maintaining sufficient balance.

Company Benefits

Best in Class Benefits: Our total rewards package is broad and offers comprehensive support from health and wellness, to retirement and financial stability.

·       Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

·       HSA/FSA with a company match

·       Income Protection Benefits

·       Industry Leading 401(k) plan

·       Paid Time Off

·       Parental Leave

·       Matching Gift and Volunteer Program 

Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back

·       Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led organizations that bring together diverse groups of people to share experiences and innovative ideas to help accelerate our path to full potential

·       It is also our commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment, strive to create a place where everyone is welcome to contribute their talents and ideas.    

·       ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program provide employees an opportunity to give back and help families in our neighborhoods who are in need

Pay Range: $17.77 - $18.83 per hour

Additional information

It is the policy of Avery Weigh-Tronix to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

Compensation Information:

Pay Range: $17.77 - $18.83 per hour

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.