Job Description
Title:
Assembler
Department:
Assembly
Reports To:
Production Supervisor
Overview
The primary role of the Assembler is to facilitate the assembly and fabrication of final products. This role will also perform duties as required by a Team Lead/Supervisor/Manufacturing Operations Manager, in multiple departments as needed.
Roles & Responsibilities
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Fabrication and assembly of sheet metal components as per schematic under supervision of a supervisor.
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Proficient with small hand and power tools such as wrenches, drills, and grinders.
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Familiarize self with and/or request training concerning new small/hand-held equipment.
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Assistance and compliance with company inventory requirements.
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Unloading products received and loading finished products for delivery.
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Maintain small/hand-held equipment in good working order and notify Supervisor of malfunctions.
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Assist trades people, Team Lead/Supervisor/Manufacturing Operations Manager with responsibilities pertinent to progress of project in a safe manner and in accordance with 5-S program.
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Liaise with a Team Lead/Supervisor/Manufacturing Operations Manager to find and confirm new duties.
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Familiarize self with new project and duties.
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Organize and clean department, particularly at the end of each workday.
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Notify the Team Lead/Supervisor/Manufacturing Operations Manager of any unsafe conditions, practices, or procedures observed.
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May be required to move materials with forklift or overhead crane if trained and authorized.
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Performs all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code.
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Other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
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Effective communication skills.
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Time management skills.
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Critical eye for identifying defects.
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Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes.
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Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
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Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
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Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
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Must be able to read a tape measure and perform simple mathematical fractional equations.
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Ability to read blueprints is considered an asset.
Working Conditions
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Commercial/Industrial environment.
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Manual dexterity required to use necessary tools.
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Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.
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Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
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Long periods of standing.
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Overtime as required.
Contacts
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Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Team Lead/Supervisor/ Manufacturing Operations Manager.
