Mechanical Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician Summary:

This position requires the ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings and be able to assemble machine assemblies and sub-assemblies on packaging machines using common hand tools. Must have basic hand tools and tool box. Other duties will include the assembly of mechanical components and following bill of materials, and other written and verbal specifications. Temperature controlled facility

Time Utilization:

Normal business hours are 7:00am to 3:45pm (45 min lunch break). Overtime may be required as production schedule dictates. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 1) Prepares production sheets and other reports, as required 2) Ability to read and understand job aids and work instructions 3) Keeps all work areas clean and orderly 4) Utilizes pneumatic and hand tools to assist with building product 5) Responsible for quality of product produced in his/her work area 6) Reads and interprets engineering drawings to support production 7) Material handling duties, as required kitting product and transporting materials 8) Performs final assembly and testing of product against required specifications 9) Keeps their supervisor apprised of issues related to daily performance 10) Maintains discipline and a safe working environment 11) Must be able to work overtime as required (including occasional Saturdays) 12) Must be willing to be cross-trained in all areas of production 13) Must be punctual, responsible, and reliable 14) Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis 15) Must supply your own hand tools and tool box

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, you 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.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechanical skills required. Mechanical and electrical aptitude needed. 1) Must possess the ability to read and understand assembly drawings. 2) Must possess the ability to use hand tools and power tools. 3) Must maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. 4) Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others are required. 5) Basic understanding/ability to use computers to access production lists and attendance system is necessary.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

Math Ability:

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and to practical situations.

Computer Skills:

Basic understanding/ability to use computers to access production lists and attendance system is necessary.

Certificates and Licenses:

This job requires no certificates or licenses.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment are a clean, air conditioned/heated production setting. 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 associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to climb or balance. The associate is occasionally required to sit.

Behavior Standard:

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a respectful manner so that associates get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Interpretation of blue print: 3 years (Required) Power tool: 3 years (Required) pneumatic tool: 3 years (Required) machine building: 3 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Kansas City, MO 64116 (Required)

Work Location:

In person