Assembler I

For over 160 years, Haag-Streit has been a leading provider of medical equipment for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians. Our experience is the foundation for developing, designing, and producing unparalleled medical instruments and equipment. From slit lamps to surgical microscopes, digital imaging to procedure chairs, we set the standard for precision mechanics and innovative technology. Haag-Streit USA, headquartered in Mason, Ohio is the USA manufacturing, distribution, sales, engineering and service operating facility for the Haag Streit and Reliance Medical lines of products.

The advantages of working at Haag Streit USA:

• Global Leader - Haag-Streit has been a leading provider of medical equipment for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians for over 160 years.
• Strong sense of purpose - Our employees take pride in producing products that serve medical markets worldwide. Our high-quality exam and procedure chairs, surgical stools, instrument delivery systems, treatment cabinets set the standard for reliability and precision.

• Stability and innovation - Established over 160 years ago, Haag Streit and Reliance Medical Products experience is the foundation for developing, designing, and producing unparalleled medical instruments and equipment.

What will you get in return?

• Excellent benefits package that starts on the first day of the month after you are hired
  • Employee high deductible medical plan $10 per month premium
  • Employee vision coverage free to employees , no monthly premium
  • Additional plans and coverage tiers available at highly competitive rates
  • Basic life insurance and Short-Term disability provided at no cost to employees
  • Additional benefits including Dental, Critical Illness, Long Term Disability
• PTO, Vacation, 12 Paid Company Holidays

• Best in class 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, up to 8% employer contribution

SUMMARY:

As a Haag Streit USA Assembler, you will be responsible for the production of high quality ophthalmic medical equipment and perform detailed assembly and operation of various equipment and machinery. Employees produce a quality product, make a difference, and partner with others. Employees are engaged by a work culture that is team-oriented, fast paced and progressive.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Build a variety of units and sub-assemblies (such as exam/procedures chairs, instrument stands, and medical cabinets) to work order specifications while meeting production schedules.
• Assemble product using hand and power/hydraulic tools, examine connections for correct fit, and fasten parts and subassemblies into finished product.
• Prepare work according to assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.
• Ensure that assembly work meets quality and precision requirements.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• Use troubleshooting skills/interpersonal skills such as conflict resolution, active participation/listening, interpretation, cooperation and flexibility to allow for a successful team environment.
• Maintain accurate records to ensure traveler / quality documents are accurate, traceable and quality issues can be addressed.
• Positively represent and support the Company's policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement/quality initiatives in order to enhance production processes to achieve quality, productivity and profitability metrics.
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on applicable equipment to maximize efficiency, minimize accidents to enhance longer life of equipment and tools.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of continuous improvement.
• Work overtime as required including possible Saturday work.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Assembly experience preferably 6 months in a medical or other regulated production company.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow written procedures; understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Able to follow wiring diagrams and differentiate colors.
• Must be able to use assembly fixtures, soldering equipment, hand tools and power crimping and cutting machines.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure product meets quality expectations.
• Must have good manual dexterity.
• Interpersonal skills such as conflict resolution, active participation, active listening.
• Able to clearly communicate ideas, problems and solutions to all levels of manufacturing management in both written and oral form.
• Work as part of a team having responsibility for assembling an entire product or component of a product.
• Team Assemblers can perform all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and rotate through all or most of them rather than being assigned to a specific task on a permanent basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Haag Streit USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.