Manufacturing Assembler

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Title: Manufacturing Assembler

Section: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Location: Fulcrum HQ, Mattaponi, VA or Fulcrum Warehouse, West Point, VA

Reports to: Manufacturing Team Lead

Direct Reports: N/A

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Assembler meticulously assembles components and products to meet quality standards and production schedules. A successful Manufacturing Assembler will have strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills, manual dexterity, and ability to work efficiently as part of a team to ensure the successful and timely completion of projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the assembly of parts to produce products, including the gathering and arrangement of all necessary materials
• Use hand tools or machines to assemble components.
• Study assembly instructions, gather and prepare tools to assemble parts.
• Assemble components following assembly drawings.
• Properly fill out Travelers as work is completed
• Resolve assembly problems and notify Manufacturing Team Lead as issues occur
• Assist with maintaining inventory level and keep equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Assist with drafting and maintaining production logs, inventories, documentation, and reports including those outlining procedures, batch records, inventory, productivity, changeover, and progress.
• In coordination with Manufacturing leadership, maintain responsibility for care and maintenance of personnel and facilities, including adherence to all health and safety laws, regulations, and quality standards.
• Ensure quality control and safety standards are observed.
• Perform in compliance with health and safety laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Participate in relevant training and development opportunities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Ability to operate in a clerical setting, routinely using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.
• Ability to sit, stand, crawl, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces as required
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections
• Ability to work in a warehouse and/or manufacturing environment, which may include varying temperatures and noise levels.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of recent manufacturing and/or assembly experience
• Ability to learn the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to use special tools and equipment for assigned manufacturing and assembly tasks
• Basic understanding of hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with rotary wing aircraft
• Experience customizing and fabricating within the production and maintenance sector
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once, with sound decision making skills to prioritize and organize self effectively
• Demonstrated proactive, driven, self-starter mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and personalities.

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree preferred
• Relevant technical or trade school certification preferred
• License to operate forklift and other pertinent Aviation Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) preferred

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A SECRET, TS, or TS/SCI clearance may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $24.89 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings