Manufacturing Assembler

Manufacturing Assembler

The Manufacturing Assembler plays a critical role in building high-quality electro-mechanical products while actively contributing to continuous improvement, process stability, and operational excellence. This role goes beyond traditional assembly work. The ideal candidate is technologically savvy, curious, and improvement-oriented, with the ability to follow standard work while also identifying opportunities to improve it. You will partner with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure efficient, high-quality production and a culture of accountability and innovation.

***This role will require a week of travel after onboarding to Fultonville, NY for training***

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Production Execution

• Assemble electro-mechanical components and finished goods according to work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform calibration, testing, and inspection to ensure products meet quality standards and functional requirements.
• Read and interpret product documentation, including drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Complete required production reporting, checklists, and system transactions accurately.

Standard Work & Process Discipline

• Follow established standard work with consistency and attention to detail.
• Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies in current processes.
• Support updates to standard work documentation to reflect best practices and process improvements.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve quality, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
• Participate in root cause problem solving and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Contribute ideas to improve flow, ergonomics, tooling, and work cell layout.
• Support implementation of Lean/RBS tools and continuous improvement initiatives aligned to site goals.

Technology & Data Utilization

• Utilize digital tools, systems, and equipment to support assembly, testing, and reporting activities.
• Accurately enter and retrieve production data across systems.
• Demonstrate comfort learning and adapting to new technologies, automation, or digital work instructions.
• Use data and metrics to understand performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Team Collaboration & Ownership

• Work effectively within a team environment while maintaining individual accountability for output and quality.
• Communicate issues, risks, and improvement ideas clearly and proactively.
• Support cross-training and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Take ownership of workstation organization, material flow, and overall cell performance.

Safety, Quality & Workplace Organization

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area (5S standards)
• Ensure proper handling of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Uphold a strong quality mindset with a focus on "built-in quality" vs. inspection.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow processes and complete work accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience assembling electro-mechanical components or similar products.
• Soldering experience.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or problem-solving methods.
• Experience using digital tools for production tracking or reporting.
• Technical or trade school education (mechanical, electrical, or related).

What Sets This Role Apart

This is not a traditional assembler role focused only on execution. Success in this position requires:

• Thinking beyond the task to improve the process
• Using technology and data to drive better outcomes
• Taking ownership of quality, performance, and team success
• Contributing ideas and participating actively in continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, move, and perform repetitive tasks during the shift
• Ability to lift materials within standard manufacturing limits
• Ability to work safely with tools, equipment, and assembly processes