Mechanical Assembly

Position Description
Title: Mechanical Assembler
Department: Operations
Immediate Supervisor: Operations Manager
Status: Non-Exempt
Position Purpose: The Mechanical Assembler is a critical team member in the successful delivery of our projects. The ideal candidate will be versed in multiple part manufacturing and have experience in assembling, fabricating, and troubleshooting automated equipment.

Principle Accountabilities

Build complex automated standalone machines as well as large automated systems with multiple stations both electrically and mechanically
Assembles components and all aspects of a machine or multi-station system according to assembly drawings, manuals, sketches, and verbal instruction
Test, troubleshoot, and debug (i.e., diagnoses trouble or defects, determines corrective action, and takes action to make needed corrections) communicates and collaborates with engineers for correct machine operation
Consult with engineering when changes are needed and follow proper processes
Redline/record changes to detail/assembly drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics
Layout hole locations on their own to drill and tap holes on parts for the assembly process.
Aligns mechanical components for manual assembly with or without a hoist (max 56 lbs.)
Operates the machine to verify functionality, machine capability and conformance to the customer’s specifications.
Perform modifications to parts utilizing Hand Tools and other fabrication equipment.
Provide feedback/alert engineering, in a collaborative manner, to alert and communicate changes and modifications occurring during the assembly process.
Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and drawings including identifying parts
Utilize drawings plan assembly and build sequences
Support machine assembly team.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations.
Rework critical machine components as required.
Uses measuring equipment such as calipers and Micrometers.
Sets up machines and determines if parts match specs, identifies and locates missing parts.
Recognizes the proper alignment and tolerance of all parts.
Use knowledge of pneumatic functions, devices, and fittings, to achieve desired results.
Record changes to machine parts and assemblies on engineering drawings.
Provide information for machine technical documentation.
Willingness to travel to customer sites up to 30%.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

Minimum 5 years in automation or related experience in manufacturing.
Ability to understand and read blueprints and plan/build from them
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
Valid Driver’s license required.
Ability and willingness to obtain Passport.
Ability to work from work orders, blueprints, electrical diagrams and equipment manuals and instructions
Experience in building new electro-mechanical machinery, preferably packaging machinery.
Understanding of the metric measurement system.
Ability to assemble mechanical assemblies and machines
Utilize a variety of power and hand tools for assembly
Some electrical work required such as machine wiring and testing machines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Creative-thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new technologies
Aptitude and willingness to be a self-starter
Willingness to work as required to meet schedules

Physical Requirements

The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
Able to stand and bend for long periods of time in a warehouse environment.
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
Visual Acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens
Hearing Ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
Working Conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor.

Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time