Assembly Operator

Assembly Operator

Assembly Operator Pay Rate: $19.04/hr Shift: Monday Thursday, 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM CST Some overtime required on Fridays and Saturdays (every other weekend)

Position Overview

As an Assembly Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of high-speed, large-scale automated assembly equipment. You will perform complex repairs, adjustments, and changeovers, as well as routine and preventive maintenance, to ensure smooth, continuous production.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Operate assigned assembly machines safely, maintaining productivity and quality targets.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform repairs, major adjustments, set-ups, and changeoversensuring machines run at optimal performance.
• Quality Control: Conduct quality checks according to the Quality Inspection Plan (QIP), documenting required measurements at specified intervals.
• Preventive Maintenance: Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks to support operational reliability.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve machine faults, clear jams, and restart production as needed.
• Tooling Adjustments: Make precision tooling adjustments such as sharpening/conditioning, measuring spring-loaded pins, and maintaining features and stations.
• Component Replacement: Replace sensors, punches, dies, stock components, air cylinders, belts, and other machine parts as necessary.
• Visual/Mechanical Inspection: Use tools such as height indicators, ram optics, gauges, and microscopes to ensure proper function and quality.
• Packaging: Remove, inspect, and package finished products according to guidelines.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant on-the-job or vocational experience in assembly or similar manufacturing roles.
• Working knowledge of automated machinery and assembly line operations.
• Ability to use a variety of mechanical tools and inspection instruments.
• Solid understanding of company safety policies and procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to recognize when deviation from established procedures is required.
• Attention to detail, accuracy in documentation, and consistent quality focus.

Competencies

• Adaptability to varied and semi-routine tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including some Fridays and Saturdays (every other weekend).