Assembler - 1st Shift

Summary

The Assembler is responsible for assembling component parts to company specifications and customer expectations consistent with Bilstein’s quality and productivity standards. Hourly Rate: $15/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Assembles component parts to company specifications and customer expectations in a manner consistent with the company’s quality and productivity standards. Requires a sufficient understanding of the functional operation of the items assembled as well as the finished product.
• Inspects all parts for proper assembly and cosmetic defects. Tags any non-conforming parts with re-work labels and places in re-work bin.
• Ensures all parts are assembled per specification.
• Maintains a clean workstation and cleans-up production areas as required.
• Sets up machines per work instructions.
• Learns all machines in work area.
• Demonstrate a willingness to move to other lines and cells to fill company needs.
• Follows all safety guidelines and wears all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Proactively addresses situations and takes into consideration the feelings, opinions and thoughts of others.
• Communicates test results, ideas and problems to production technicians and engineers.
• Identifies discrepant materials/components both in writing and verbally to supervisor.
• Completes tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned by Line/Team Leads or any other member of the management team.
• Ensures compliance and safety of all activities within the organization standards and policies.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Possesses a stable work history, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and a strong personal desire to work safely and maintain a safe working environment.
• Demonstrates a strong customer focus along with a great work ethic and willingness to do what needs to be done (without taking shortcuts).
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math, including working with decimals, and strong mechanical aptitude. Possesses a logical method of problem solving and willingness to learn and improve one’s skills. Demonstrates a strong commitment to meet and exceed customer requirements at all times.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance for all scheduled shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet business demands.
• Possesses good hand-eye coordination and is able to perform detailed work with a strong attention to detail and quality.
• Uses time wisely and is accountable to self and the team.
• Position is required to be able to lift up to 40 pounds, perform repetitious duties and walk or stand for long periods of time on a daily basis.
• Ability to read and understand blue prints and work instructions.
• Demonstrated reliability, good initiative, committed, and quality focused.
• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.
• Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and be able to read, write, and speak in English.

General Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, and crouching to assemble parts and operate machinery.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements to handle small components and assembly tasks.
• Sufficient hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for assembling parts with precision and accuracy.
• Ability to grasp and manipulate small tools, fixtures, or materials as part of the assembly process.

Work Environment & Sensory Conditions

• Exposure to moderate industrial noise and varying temperatures in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work in an environment where dust, lubricants, or other airborne particles may be present.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and other protective gear as needed.
• Ability to visually inspect parts for defects and ensure quality standards are met.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.