Assembler (Hose Assembler)

Hose Assembler

3rd shift (11:30 PM 7:30 AM) - Mon thru Fri

Summary Of Position:

Safely operate equipment within the Hose Assembly Value Stream at acceptable quality and productivity levels.

Essential Functions:

Shared responsibility for finished goods meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Identify any special instructions or customer requirements. Pull set-up sheet from computer to select proper tooling, crimp dimensions, drawings, pressure ratings. Pull components to process orders and inspect tubing or hose prior to processing. Check all dimensions of hose and crimps being processed against the available drawings and/or crimp requirements. Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory. Make labels for hose product and properly complete production reports. Pressure testing of hose assembly. Adhere to quality standards and guidelines. Maintain accurate records. Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion, follow 5s practices. Detect and report problem areas or unusual conditions to the Value Stream Team Lead. Perform related and other duties assigned by the Value Stream Team Lead.

Department Specific/Non-Essential Functions:

Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities, and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately. Prevent excess waste of products and/or components by operating equipment efficiently. Participate in peer-based teams (e.g., Natural High Performance Teams) and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5S. Other duties may be assigned at a later time.

Minimum Requirements:

Education required: High School diploma or GED. Experience: Production work preferred but not required. On-the-job training from 1 to 8 weeks or extended to 10 weeks if needed. The employee must be able to perform the following activities on an occasional basis (133% of the workday): Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. Bend. Twist/turn. Reach below the knees. Push/pull. Squat/kneel. Stand/walk. Sit. Lift above shoulder level.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Sound decision-making skills. Good math, reading, and writing skills. Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and auditory attention. Ability to work well in a team environment.

Skills/Competencies:

1. Basic computer skills. 2. Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action. 3. Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks. 4. Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail. Other Skills; Ability to work well in a team environment Promotes a positive attitude Assessment: Employee must pass Pre-employment screening.

Organizational Relationships/Scope:

Reports directly to the Value Stream Team Leader. Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment.

Working Conditions:

The employee may be subject to: High noise levels from operating machines and equipment. Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel-toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection). Standing is required for extended periods. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis. Requires a high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions. Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime.