Heavy Assembler jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assembler I is responsible for assembling parts using a variety of tools and equipment in a specific area of the production line. The ability to perform work accurately and thouroughtly with a high attention to detail are key attributes for this position. The Assembler I will be required to perform repetitive tasks on a standing production line for long periods of time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Receives directions/tasks from Team Lead
• Reviews test, route, process, and pump load sheet in preparation for work to be accomplished
• Reviews Bill of Material (BOM).
• Studies and interprets assembly instructions/ standard work instructions
• Verifies specifications
• Determines if all parts are present
• Assembles tools and materials
• Positions or aligns components for sub-assembly, assembly, manually or using hoists
• Assembles components
• Ensures all parts are fitted and screwed in properly
• Interprets measurements
• Adjusts dimensions to fit specifications
• Sets and verify parts clearances
• Troubleshoot test failures and perform repairs as needed
• Repairs warranty pumps
• Ensures working environment is clean and safe
• Rejects product which does not conform to specifications
• Completes quality control forms/ tags
• Reports errors in product line
• Checks stock to ensure inventory is replenished
  

Required Experience:

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Active Listening – Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Adaptability – Work with acceptable level of initiative, maturity, organization, cleanliness, productivity, attitude and attendance ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Goal Oriented – Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Mechanical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend mechanical language, skills, and techniques in order to perform quality work.
• Mechanical Mathematics – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals in a mechanical environment.
• Motivation – Work independently and as a team, as necessary to fulfill department goals and objectives with the ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Safety Focus – Maintain clean and organized work areas and work stations. Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices.
• Speaking – Conveys ideas and facts orally using the language the audience will best understand (English).
• Teamwork – Ability to give and receive team member assistance in working toward a common goal with a positive spirit.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
Associate's Degree (two-year college or technical school) Field of Study: (Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Automotive/Aircraft Mechanics, General Mechanics) Preferred

Experience:

• 1 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility: Required
• 1 years’ experience in general assembly work or mechanical trade work: Preferred
• 1 years’ experience with pneumatic driven tools (air screw guns, etc.) and hand tools (mallet, hammer, screw driver, t-handle key sets, etc.): Preferred
• Proficient in use of measuring instruments, such as calipers, feeler gauges, or micrometers: Preferred

Computer Skills:

Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint: Required

Certifications & Licenses:

None

Other Requirements:

• Up to 5% domestic travel: Required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

Physical Demands
Stand C
Walk F
Sit N
Manually Manipulate C
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder F
Climb N
Crawl N
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Grasp C
Speak O

Lift/Carry
10 lbs or less O
11-20 lbs O
21-50 lbs O
51-100 lbs N
Over 100 lbs N

Push/Pull
12 lbs or less O
13-25 lbs F
26-40 lbs C
41-100 lbs N

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
• Sense of Sound – Alarms, Horns
• Sense of balance
• Sense of Touch

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety glasses
• Safety footwear
• Uniforms (supplied by Busch) and 100% cotton under garments
• Hearing protection
• Hand protection

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Climate controlled manufacturing environment in limited areas with moderate dust exposure and moderate noise levels.

From: Busch Manufacturing