Assembler I

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

• Key factory staff member responsible for executing assembly operation processes, manufacturing and transactional, to deliver on S, Q, D, C expectations.
• Will gain and apply lean knowledge and techniques to deliver on CI expectations that support the Assembly department.
• Will work in concert with cross-functional teams and other departments to provide support in achieving quality goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform assigned assembly department operations.
• Test fire handguns and rifles as needed.
• Flexible to interchange between day and night shift.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.
• Participate in assembly line and process changes in collaboration with LT and TL.
• Perform cycle counts as needed.
• Replenish part inventory on the assembly line as necessary.
• Troubleshoot fixtures.
• Effectively communicate and notify supervisor when there are functional or cosmetic discrepancies.
• Understand/learn the nature and functionality of the products being assembled.
• Experience determining offsets and ability to adjust accordingly.
• Accurately inspect firearms using visual, functional, and safety inspections.
• Adhere and monitor SOP.
• Accurately input all required data into the manufacturing database.
• Complete other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read and understand operation specification sheets.
• Ability to train and coach peers.
• Ability to grasp, manipulate, and assemble small objects.
• Accurately complete and maintain paperwork such as labor reporting and material inventory.
• Assist in other areas as needed.
• Must be able to communicate with management and peers effectively.
• Strong time management skills.
• Cross functional team builder/player with high levels of professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Experience working independently with little supervision.
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory of tooling/consumables.
• Ability to work with computers.
• Ability to become knowledgeable of firearms; quality, features, safety.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast work environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred:
• Handgun and rifle knowledge
• Manufacturing experience
• Vocational/Technical Degree

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to collect and document data.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform complex and varied tasks.
• Ability to perform simple, repetitive tasks for an extended period of time.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Attendance is an essential job requirement.
• Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Noise level is usually moderate.
• Works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Personal protective equipment will be used frequently.
• Working outdoors may occur occasionally.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb (up to 5 feet) or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Required to sit and/or stand up to 10 hours a day.
• Frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include ability to see clearly 20 feet or more, ability to distinguish different colors, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

• Requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR").
• Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired.