Assembler

Position Title: Assembler
Department: AGI Warehouse
Division: Westfield Distributing
Location: Grand Island, NE, USA
Pay: $21-$24/hr

About AGI

AGI is a global food infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,200 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Grand Island, Nebraska, branch is a key distribution center and final assembly point for grain augers, conveyors, grain vacs, post pounders, and other related service parts and products incorporating many of the AGI brands including Westfield, Batco, Hutch, Westeel, Grain Guard, NECO and MFS.

Through a comprehensive network of knowledgeable and highly skilled dealers, distributors and strategically located warehouse facilities, AGI serves both domestic and international customers. AGI takes a collaborative approach within the Westfield, Batco, Rem and Hutchinson Mayrath product offerings that considers all stakeholder requirements to satisfy the unique needs of our customers.

The Opportunity

The AGI Warehouse is in search of a new Assembler for our Grand Island, Nebraska location. The Assembler will report to AGI's Portable Handling Products Group and will perform various types of skilled repetitive workstation or line assembly operations to assemble components into completed agriculture equipment and finished goods. The Assembler will also read drawings, schematics, and other specifications to ensure a quality product for our customers. Furthermore, the Assembler will assist with projects and other initiatives working independently but also with other departments to ensure production obligations are met. Superior communication skills, including active listening and a service orientated approach will be key in delivering results for the warehouse operations.

The Team

The Assembler is based out of the Grand Island, NE warehouse and reports to the Branch Manager for Ag Growth's Portable Grain Handling Products. This individual will work independently, but also in a team environment.

The Assembler will collaborate closely with the Assembly Lead and other team members to meet the growing needs of our customers and promote best in class customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

The Assembler will support the warehouse operations including but not limited to the following:

• Read and follow blueprints, material lists, standards, and guidelines, and follow established deadlines.
• Assemble and measure products according to tolerances/specifications and consult Branch Manager when variances occur.
• Perform assembly-type functions using hand or power tools and utilizing stationary and overhead cranes.
• Operate forklift as required. Receive materials, move materials, and prepare shipment of materials to support the product delivery process.
• Clean, assemble, disassemble, and replace parts as required.
• Keep Branch Manager and/or Assembly Lead advised of work status, workload, problems, and progress as related to work assignments.
• Maintain the work area and equipment according to 5S standards and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and makes necessary repairs.
• Perform additional related duties as requested or required.

Qualifications

Candidates for the Assembler will:

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Have 1-3 years' experience in manufacturing or farm machinery assembly required
• Have 1-3 years' experience operating a forklift required, rough terrain forklift experience preferred.
• Be mechanically inclined
• Be able to read and follow a blueprint and tape measure
• Possess mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction and multiplication.
• Have superior communication skills, including active listening.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

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