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Kratos Defense

Assembler 1

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What they do

A Production Fabricator or Assembler constructs and assembles a wide range of products, such as engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, and control panels, as well as the individual parts that make up these products.

$37,424 / year median in Pennsylvania

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY
The Assembler is responsible for preparing products for the final release to the customer and achieving quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Works from verbal and written instructions, including assembly or sub-assembly prints. Receives parts, sub-assemblies, and partially completed units. As applicable, measures, cuts, fits, adjusts, drills, rivets, and bolts. Uses appropriate tools and fixtures to assist with the installation or complete the installation of parts, sub-assemblies, and modifications. Grinds excess materials as required. Uses various tools, including rivet guns, drills, sanders, grinders, routers, and other tooling and equipment as needed. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Performs other related duties and assignments as required. Read tape measure, decimal to fraction conversions, and read blueprints. Skilled in tool drilling operations. Knowledge of all applicable manufacturing and quality documentation required to perform the job tasks. Ability to train and learn from co-workers in job skill transfer. Other Job Functions Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards. Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors. Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary. Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent. 1+ years related experience. Basic computer skills required. Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals. Read and interpret blueprints. Read routings.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Shop Floor environment / shared workbench or workstation. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools). Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to tolerate constant noise (machine motors - large fans). Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions. Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.