Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Assembles metal products such as brakes, valves, hydraulic cylinders partially or completely working at a bench or on shop floor.

Requirements :

• Positions parts according to work instructions or following blueprints.
• Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners.
• Removes small quantities of metal with hand files and scrapers to produce close fit between parts.
• Operates drill presses, punch presses, or riveting machines to assist in assembly operation.
• Dissembles brake boosters, air-brake compressors, and values for salvage of parts.
• Participate in and support Carlisle Operating System (COS) initiatives.
• Participate in COS events to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Work with management team t identify continuous improvement projects utilizing lean and six sigma principles to drive operational excellence and improve profitability.
• Work with management team to promote waste identification and elimination by utilizing Lean Manufacturing concepts and principles of Kaizen.
• Other duties as assigned by Shift Supervisor or Plant Manager.
• Six to 12 months of employment experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical or machinery related experience and / or training preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good problem solving skills
• Focus on continuous improvement and Lean principles.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Normal working conditions require continual standing, walking, bending, reaching, and eye / hand / foot coordination. Frequently required to lift / carry up to 40 pounds. Position also requires close / distance / color / peripheral vision, depth perception, fluent reading, and complex computational skills.
• Activities are normally performed in a heated, non-air conditioned environment where temperature can vary based on outside temperature and your location within the facility.
• Must be physically and mentally able to meet the necessary job requirements as listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.