Mechanical Assembler

Overview Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging, and pharmaceutical research. Job Description Under limited supervision, you will perform a wide variety of bench or line mechanical subassembly and assembly operations, making required minor adjustments as needed. You will determine methods and sequence of assembly operations, follow shop and production operation sheets, samples, drawings, schematics, and verbal instructions to perform wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and use power tools and small hand tools such as soldering irons, wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Follows production drawings, sample assemblies and verbal instructions with close supervision. Understands and applies established acceptable workmanship practices to all facets of mechanical assembly. Interprets and works from schematics, drawings, work instructions and bills of material to understand the required parts and steps needed to complete the assigned assembly. Makes accurate mathematical calculations and uses precision measuring instruments as required. Uses a wide variety of hand and power tools to perform skilled fitting and assembly work. Inspects parts and performs basic tests. Tends machines, such as arbor presses or riveting machines, to perform force fitting or fastening operations on the assembly line. Works at different work stations as production needs require. Works on line where tasks vary as different models of the same article move along line. Performs intermediate testing, assembly and/or disassembly of mechanical assemblies using both traditional and non‑traditional tooling such as multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power supply, function generator, LCD meter, screwdriver, torque wrench, standard wrench, etc. Mounts complex assembled components, such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets, on chassis panels, requiring manual dexterity and the ability to work with hand tools, power tools, soldering equipment, volt meters and other related test instrumentation. Positions and aligns parts in specified relationship to each other using jigs, fixtures, or other holding devices. Crimps, stakes, screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, press fits or performs similar operations to join or secure parts in place. May perform other general assembly tasks such as potting, encapsulating, sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, etching, impregnating, and color coding parts and assemblies. Adjusts or trims materials from components to achieve specified electrical or dimensional characteristics. May perform hand soldering using a soldering iron. May conduct work (soldering and general inspection) under a microscope. Performs online go‑not‑go testing and inspection to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards. Troubleshoots and replaces defects of finished products. Reworks and repairs defective units rejected by inspection or test personnel. Follows safety procedures in the use and handling of flammable and hazardous chemicals required to meet all cleanliness specifications. Must be able to follow specific procedures and detailed instructions completely. Ensures that quality checks are completed throughout the manufacturing process. Records information on production records, logs and other report forms. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities but may provide technical leadership to lower‑level mechanical assemblers, including training employees, planning, assigning, directing work and resolving technically related work problems. Competencies Oral/Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; records data; writes clearly. Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed. Ethics – Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically. Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; supports organization’s goals and values. Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity. Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures including use of PPE; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and material properly. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment. Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time. Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, you must meet the following qualifications. Education and/or Experience Vocational or Technical Certificate in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience, and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills Ability to enter time and data into a computer system. Knowledge of database software, inventory software, manufacturing software, spreadsheet software, and/or word processing software is required. Other Essential Duties Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required. Other Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen. Knowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP, etc.). Other Qualifications US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain government security clearance. Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately +/-10%. Equal Opportunity Employer Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr