Mechanical Assembler III

Mechanical Assembler IIIStewart & Stevenson is now hiring a Mechanical Assembler III at 10750 Telge Road Houston, TX 77095.The Mechanical Assembler III is responsible for performing standard assembly processes, reworks, and repairs on manufactured equipment and products. Assembler Level III employees must be able to read blueprints and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments. The employee must be able to troubleshoot scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.ResponsibilitiesWorks under limited to no supervision, performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of products, small mechanical or electro-mechanical parts, or equipment housing or large equipment such as engines, engine and PTO drive trains, transmissions, diesel and natural gas generators, control equipment, covers/cowlings, related connecting lines, etc.Must be able to assemble, which may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, and operational testing and other duties.Employee promotes and contributes safety awareness.Promotes and takes an active part in quality and continuous improvement processes.Performs preventive maintenance, inspects production equipment, and performs minor repairs.Employees must be able to read blueprints and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments.Tasks include performing manufacturing math calculations, and use of specialized lifting equipment.Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations.Troubleshoots scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.QualificationsHigh School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and two to ten years related experience.Working under limited to no supervision, performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of products, small mechanical or electro-mechanical parts, or equipment housing or large equipment such as engines, engine and PTO drive trains, transmissions, diesel and natural gas generators, control equipment, covers/cowlings, related connecting lines, etc.Assembly process may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, and operational testing and other duties.Promotes and contributes safety awareness.Promotes and takes an active part in quality and continuous improvement processes.Performs preventive maintenance, inspects production equipment, and performs minor repairs.Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions.Must be proficient in basic hand and power tools.Must be proficient in basic measurement tools (Tape measure, rulers, squares).Basic understanding of calibration tools. (Torque Wrench).Min of 5 years of heavy equipment assembly.Employees must be able to read blueprints, and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments.Tasks include performing manufacturing math calculations, and use of specialized lifting equipment.Good understanding of MS computer programs. (Work, Email, PDM).Good knowledge of fluid power schematics and associated symbols.Good understanding of quality policy and standards.Good standing with company policies.Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations.Troubleshoots scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.Must possess comprehensive knowledge of all build processes within the S&S Manufacturing production shop.Ability to make decisions to keep lines progressing.Ability to lead a project / crew at times.Good communication skills and customer service.Good standing with company policies.Physical Activities & Requirements:Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Able to lift 65 lbs. from floor to shoulder level occasionally.Ability to frequently exert the pound force limits for push/pull 50lb f (no wheels) or 100lb f (wheels).Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands and fingers.Requires crawling and working in narrow spaces.Requires frequent repetitive movements, i.e. hammering, turning wrenches, screwdrivers and impact tools.Manual dexterity sufficient to work with fingers.Normal vision with or without corrective lenses.Exposed to cold, heat, noise mechanical/electrical fume or odor.Will be required on occasion to work more than 8 hours on one shift.Will be required to work at a minimum height of four feet off of the ground.Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment and motor vehicles as required.Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.