Assembler

Overview

John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry with focus on proteins, liquid foods, and automated guided vehicles. JBT designs, produces, and services sophisticated products and systems for multi-national and regional food companies through its FoodTech segment. JBT also sells critical equipment and services to domestic and international air transportation customers through its AeroTech segment.

JBT AeroTech manufactures and services airport ground support equipment (plane de-icers, aircraft tow vehicles and cargo loading systems), airport gate equipment (Jetway brand), and military equipment.

The Assembly Technician position assembles, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Use various types of hand tools in the assembly of automated material handling vehicles
• Use and interpret mechanical drawings and bills of material to identify “best method” to completing tasks
• Self-audit/inspect assembled work prior to final inspection, using drawings and checklists
• Perform simple to complex assembly of components to produce miscellaneous parts and equipment
• Work as part of a team to achieve daily production goals in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Provide constructive problem-solving input to the team and work to achieve production goals under the supervision of the Assembly Team Lead
• Use standard methods, procedures and documentation such as routings, work orders, verbal and written instructions, print sketches, charts, tables and other information
• Perform simple to complex assembly of components to produce miscellaneous parts and equipment
• Work as part of a team to achieve daily production goals in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Provide constructive problem-solving input to the team and work to achieve production goals under the supervision of the Assembly Team Lead
• Use standard methods, procedures and documentation such as routings, work orders, verbal and written instructions, prints sketches, charts, tables and other information

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 3 years of medium/heavy mechanical assembly experience required
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, bills of material and electrical schematics
• Prior experience using hand tools and power tools
• Previous experience using fitting equipment (e.g. cutters, wire strippers, crimping tools)
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Advanced knowledge of blueprints and layout work
• Ability to use shop arithmetic including decimals and fractions
• Ability to use judgment to perform and make decisions as to the sequence of setups, operations, and processes within the limitations of recognized or standard methods and procedures
• Must have basic tools of trade
• Attention to detail, quality and safety
• Ability to stay focused and work with little or no supervision required
• Work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment
• Advanced knowledge of assembly working in mechanical and electrical assembly processes

Electrical skills should include the following:

• Single Phase VAC
• Three Phase VAC
• 12 to 24 VDC
• Motor Drives
• Touch Screens
• PLC wiring
• Contactors & Breakers
• Switches & Solenoids
• Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills should include the following:

• Assembly of Parts & Components
• Pneumatics
• Hydraulics
• Gearboxes & Motors
• Power Transmission
• Troubleshooting
• Ability to work with little or no supervision required.

Physical Demands:

• Work around moving industrial machinery
• Use hand tools
• Lift parts or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Occasional stooping, crouching, and reaching
• Walk and stand for the entire shift
• Receive and convey detailed instructions
• Apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm, and perceive the texture of parts
• Work around exposure to machinery noise, coolants and oils, and fumes from associated flammable aerosol products
• Work around exposure from metal turnings, sharp metal edges, and moving machinery
• Work in moderate to extreme heat or cold
• Handle moderate stress to complete work due to time constraints
• Step up/down material handling equipment (forklift truck)

This job description is a general description of essential job functions.  It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.  All employees of JBT AeroTech are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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