Assembler I

Job Description

Job Description

Warn Industries believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution

should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline

primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work

identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary

to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Position Summary:

Working independently and collaboratively with others, this position plays an integral role in executing our mission,

philosophy, and commitment to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service to our internal and

external customers. In addition to maintaining a high level of trust, integrity, and ethical standards, all employees are

also expected to promote a culture of safety by following all safety procedures, protocols and guidelines while

working in a manner that minimizes the risk of damage to property and injury to the employee and others.

Under close supervision, performs routine and simple tasks in support of assembly, other process operations, or

production testing as an integral part of ensuring that we manufacture, produce and provide the highest quality

product possible.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions of this position require prioritizing and completing all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient

manner, adjusting for changing priorities and availability of resources and demonstrating initiative in identifying

additional job-related tasks to be completed when time permits.

1. Perform assembly duties as assigned using standard procedures, tools, materials, machines, and equipment

in a fast-paced work environment while meeting all established production expectations and deadlines.

2. Follow well-established guidance from specified process instructions, blueprints, and communicated

instructions from other team members.

3. Implement the Quality Policy and Procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities, including

evaluating unusual vs. ideal and usual quality based on finished product sound, vibration, temperature,

operation, and appearance. Inspect parts and products to detect and identify potential defects, anomalies,

surface quality non-conformities, and other forms of observable physical or structural product quality

deficiencies using personal observations in conjunction with inspection, measuring, and calibration devices.

4. Utilize designated manual tools, power tools, and other provided equipment to build sub-assemblies and

mount components and parts to assemblies.

5. Collaborate with Warn leadership and team members during team meetings, system reviews, safety

meetings, and other forms of problem-solving discussions to further define and improve department

strategies designed to meet and exceed quality objectives. Participate meaningfully in Warn safety

activities like R3, Safety Committees, Safety checklist/audits, team Safety projects, etc., as directed or

requested.

6. Serve as a role model for and mentor less experienced or new assemblers on the assembly process, responsible

and efficient time management, commitment to exceeding quality and production expectations,

professional and respectful communication, and safe work habits. Train other assemblers on process and

procedure as directed and provide necessary follow-up and guidance to achieve professional development

objectives.

7. Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department, and organizational goals

while actively demonstrating accountability and responsibility for achieving desired outcomes and

measurable results. Special projects and assignments may include, but are not limited to, (a) rotating

through all stations of assembly within the assigned team to provide necessary support and coverage as

directed, as well as an assignment to rotate to another team as required to meet production requirements, (b)

writing or updating training manuals, and/or (c) offering input during Warn selection process.

8. Communicate in a professional, respectful and courteous manner with all employees, customers, vendors,

visitors, and others with whom we may work or interact. Contribute to a successful workgroup through

positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, and the constructive exchange of ideas

designed to meet or exceed the organization’s strategic goals.

Availability Requirements:

Due to the nature and scope of the essential functions of this position, the importance of personal interactions with

coworkers, and the availability of job-related tools, equipment, and resources at work, performance of the essential

functions require regular, consistent availability, accessibility, and presence on-site.

Approximately 40 hours/week may be required to efficiently perform the job duties of this position, including

presence at designated internal and external meetings. This position may also require availability and accessibility to

respond to and address emergencies and critical situations outside of normal business operating hours in the early

mornings, evenings, and/or weekends. Overtime may be scheduled and required to meet departmental needs.

Required Education and/or Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

2. No experience required; demonstrated mechanical aptitude preferred.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Strong oral and written communication skills commensurate with the job tasks and position necessary to

communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external customers while providing exceptional

quality of work and outstanding customer service. Ability to present information in a manner designed to

educate or inform other team members and customers in one-on-one or group interactions as directed.

2. Ability to review, comprehend, interpret, process and evaluate effectively written work instructions and

procedures written in English, prints, specs, and diagrams, and tool gauges, measuring devices and

inspection tools in conjunction with the performance of the essential functions and other assigned job

duties.

3. Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills including the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced work

environment while maintaining a calm, rational and respectful demeanor and communication style in times

of stress occasioned by work demands, tight timelines, heavy production expectations, unexpected quality

control issues, and other work-related issues or concerns that may cause a heightened level of anxiety,

frustration, anger, disappointment, confusion, etc.

4. Enthusiastic adoption and consistent demonstration of Warn Industries’ Core Values: Never Compromise

Trust; Honesty; Partner with Customers; Commitment; Teamwork; Personal Development; and Lead by

Example.

5. Strong technical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, research, organizational, and analytical skills,

combined with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet established deadlines. The ability to multitask is also

essential while remaining flexible with changing priorities and deadlines.

6. Well-reasoned decision-making with high attention to detail regarding the organization, planning, workflow,

and project prioritization to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

7. Highly ethical, self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently and/or with limited direction,

as well as cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful, and productive work habits.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Receive, understand, evaluate and appropriately respond to communications from employees, members of

management, customers, vendors, and visitors using available technology, in person and in a public setting

when necessary.

2. Work for extended periods of time in a stationary position daily while performing repetitive assembly-related

movements that may include consistently grasping, moving, and manipulating parts, tools,

equipment, and product in conjunction with completing required job tasks.

3. Maintain a professional and respectful communication style to ensure reactions and responses to both

emergency and non-emergency situations serve as an example to others of appropriate workplace

communications.

4. Provide intellectually sound and well-reasoned answers, recommendations, and solutions to identified

business problems, issues, and/or questions. Efficiently and quickly analyze, process, manipulate, and

accurately record extensive amounts of data (some of which is technical in nature) and other information

that serves as the basis for this position.

5. Observe and detect product anomalies, quality deficiencies, and potential safety hazards using sound,

vibration, appearance, temperature, performance, and other measurable quality control indicators.

6. Move to, from, and within the designated work area frequently and consistently throughout the workday

and regularly throughout our building and/or across Warn-related property site locations, possibly during

inclement weather.

7. Use a personal computer or other technology devices frequently and consistently for the purpose of

reviewing, analyzing, creating, transmitting, and presenting documents, data and other business-related

information.

8. Lift, transport and/or move a specified amount of weight frequently each day in the performance of regular

duties as outlined below with respect to each assembly area. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling,

climbing and descending a stepladder may also be required.

The team member must be able to lift, transport and/or move items according to the requirements below:

TEAM: WEIGHT / LOAD REQUIREMENTS:

Small Winch Frequently up to 40 lbs.

Large Winch Frequently up to 40 lbs., occasionally up to 80 lbs. with assistance.

Fabrication Frequently up to 40 lbs., occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Environment/Atmospheric Conditions :

The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

performing the essential functions of this position. This position’s job duties are performed generally in a shop or

warehouse-type environment. Team members in this position may be exposed to loud noises from operating

machinery, cold temperatures, chemicals and vapors, and possibly injury associated with work involving

manufactured parts, assembly and heavy machinery. The team member may also occasionally be required to work

in an office environment with traditional office lighting and office furniture, as well as consistent and frequent noise,

interruptions and other similar distractions.

Machines, Tools Equipment, Software:

Assembly presses, manual and power tools, measuring instruments, and lift trucks.

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the

essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is intended to comply with the

Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this

position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and

additional duties may be assigned.

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