Assembler

Job Title: Assembler I

Department: Manufacturing

Reports to: Value Stream Team Leader

Matrix Manager:

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Purpose:

Produces components by assembling parts and subassemblies.

Principle Accountabilities: (Provide 5-8 Accountabilities for the position)

• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; 

gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials. 

• Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements. 

• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies. 

• Verifies specifications by measuring completed component. 

• Resolves assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifies supervisor to obtain 

additional resources. 

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. 

• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level 

• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. 

• Attends and contributes to team EI meetings.

• Contributes to team by accomplishing results as needed. 

• Cross-trains in all areas of assembly and helps in other departments as needed.

Qualification requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform 

each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, 

skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with 

disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Provide 5-8 requirements for skills and/or past work 

experience.) 

• Applied knowledge of Controls and Instrumentation

• Applied knowledge and ability to read blueprints and assemble parts according to specification

• Knowledge of manufacturing quality 

• Applied knowledge of mechanical inspection tools

• Applied knowledge of hand tools

• Applied knowledge of power tools

• Use of good judgment

• Willingness to cross train in other areas of the plant as required

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred 

Language Skills:

Ability to speak English and Spanish is a plus but not required.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common 

fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute percentages and other metrics, and to communicate 

results.

Job Description

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only 

limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or 

schedule form.

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Other Skills and Abilities: (Include additional as the position requires)

Physical Demands:

Job Description

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to 

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to 

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

STANDING/WALKING

Position will require standing on a concrete floor (on a fatigue mat) all day with the exception of two 10-

minute breaks and a 20 minute lunch break.

LIFTING /CARRYING

Lifting up to 20 lbs. Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

Most objects being lift will be lifted approximately from floor to waste. (36”)

SITTING

None to very limited.

PUSH/PULL

Position requires being able to push/pull 2 and 4 wheel carts weighing approx. 200#.

CROUCHING/SQUATING/KNEELING

Putting on hoses and other assembly functions will require crouching, squatting, and kneeling.

BALANCE

Good balance is required to do many of the assembly functions.

REACHING

Position requires arm length reaching while handling equipment and parts that may weigh approximately 

3 lbs.

GRASPING/HANDLING

Grasping and pinching is required to operate all equipment necessary to perform job functions. Good 

hand dexterity is required to move hands into different positions.

VISION

Good vision is required for reading blue prints and welding.

TASTE/SMELL

Taste or smelling to help detect if something is burning or possibly leaking.

HEARING

Being able to hear instructions is an important part of the job

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be 

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this 

environment is usually moderate.