Assembler I

SUMMARY :  Performs assembly operations to assemble components into electronic assemblies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following :  Other duties may be assigned.

Works with production / assembly instructions, parts lists, drawings and verbal instructions to assemble connectors.

Positions components manually or utilizing a small hand tool such as tweezers.

Occasionally operates simple equipment.

Requires ability to concentrate for extended periods of time on highly repetitive tasks. Installs either fixed or turning hardware.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES   Requires knowledge typically attained through :

Completion of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED),

One month to three years related experience or training; and / or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write simple correspondence.

Must be able to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions.

Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

Ability to operate a variety of simple equipment tools.

Ability to perform simple measurements with scales, calipers, various gauges, and hand micrometers.

Ability to hand or machine load sockets and straight pins.

Ability to hand or machine load right angle pins. Ability to perform minor adjustments to tools and equipment.

Ability to read and follow instructions from work instructions, work order travelers, and drawings with minimal supervision.

Ability to perform self-inspection of assemblies.

Ability to read and interpret AirBorn part numbers.

CRIMPING   Must be able to perform a basic weld, wire stripping and terminating.  Needs to be able to perform SPC and meet production rates.

QUALIFICATIONS   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed above 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  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.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, and controls, and reach with arms and hands. The employee may be required to regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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 essential job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

[Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability / Vet]

This job may require applicant to conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.  Learn more about the ITAR .