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Aerotek

Machine Assembler

Saint Paul, MN

$23 - $29/hr

Machine Assembler This role focuses on building custom machines and equipment from start to finish ... Assess and resolve assembly problems promptly to keep projects on schedule. * Follow established ...

REO Plastics

Pad Printer Set Up

Osseo, MN · On-site

$2000 HIRING BONUS Reo Plastics, Inc. is a progressive ISO-certified custom injection molding ... This role is responsible for the set-up and tear down of assembly and Pad Printing jobs in our ...

REO Plastics

Pad Printer Set Up

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

Reo Plastics, Inc. is a progressive ISO-certified custom injection molding company that has an ... This role is responsible for the set-up and tear down of assembly and Pad Printing jobs in our ...

REO Plastics

Pad Printer Set Up

Osseo, MN · On-site

Reo Plastics, Inc. is a progressive ISO-certified custom injection molding company that has an ... This role is responsible for the set-up and tear down of assembly and Pad Printing jobs in our ...

Kendall Howard

Electrical Engineer

Chisago City, MN · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Provide technical support to Production and Manufacturing Engineering during electrical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of custom projects. * Ensure electrical designs comply with applicable ...

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What is the difference between Custom Assembly vs Electronics Assembler?

AspectCustom AssemblyElectronics Assembler
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training often preferredHigh school diploma; technical training or certifications in electronics beneficial
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or workshop settings, often involving manual assemblyElectronics manufacturing facilities, working with circuit boards and components
Industry UsageUsed across various industries including automotive, aerospace, and consumer productsPrimarily in electronics manufacturing and repair sectors
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for roles involving custom or specialized product assemblyCompared when focusing on electronic device assembly and repair

Custom Assembly involves assembling tailored or specialized products across multiple industries, requiring general manufacturing skills. Electronics Assembler focuses specifically on assembling electronic components and circuit boards, often requiring knowledge of electronics. While both roles involve manual assembly, their industry focus and technical requirements differ.

What are some common challenges faced in a Custom Assembly role, and how can they be addressed?

Custom Assembly roles often involve working with unique or one-off products, which can present challenges such as interpreting specialized blueprints, adapting to varying assembly techniques, and troubleshooting unexpected issues. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, flexibility, and effective communication with engineers or designers to clarify specifications. Proactively seeking clarification, collaborating closely with team members, and maintaining organized workspaces can help address these challenges and ensure high-quality results.

What is custom assembly?

Custom assembly refers to the process of putting together products or components according to specific requirements defined by a customer or a particular project. This can involve assembling mechanical, electronic, or other parts to create a finished product tailored to unique specifications. Workers in custom assembly may use hand tools, machines, or automated systems to complete their tasks, ensuring quality and accuracy. Custom assembly is common in industries such as manufacturing, electronics, and automotive, where standard products need to be adapted or built to order.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Custom Assembler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Custom Assembler, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with assembly processes, often supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, blueprints, and sometimes ERP or inventory systems is typically required. Effective problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These abilities ensure precise, efficient assembly of products to meet quality standards and client specifications.
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Production Assembler - Evergreen

Production Assembler - Evergreen

Design Ready Controls, Inc.

Brooklyn Park, MN • On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

NOTE: By submitting an application for this evergreen role, you will be placing your application for future consideration for production assembly roles. An evergreen requisition is an open-ended job posting used by the Company to continuously collect applications. As positions become available that match your experience, desired shift, and other preferences, we'll move your application to open jobs accordingly.
Production Assembler Role Summary:
At Design Ready Controls, an Assembler performs a variety of tasks related to the manufacturing of custom control panels. Work includes wiring tasks, sheet metal assembly, component assembly and setup, panel wiring and label application. This job requires a basic ability to read schematics and drawings, and a good understanding or willingness to learn electrical symbols and how to use hand tools appropriately.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Verify parts for assembly match the Bill of Materials
  • Assemble electrical panels according to drawings, including assembling sheet metal pieces, fundamental panel wiring and mounting components
  • Terminate wire ends and add terminals as needed that allow the wires to connect to another device
  • Prepare panels for testing and shipping, including label application, device IDs, wire organization and tying wires together.
  • Troubleshoot basic panel wiring and look for potential electrical issues, including entry into our internal system
  • Learn to identify process improvement measures and escalate appropriately to the leadership team
  • Maintain a safe and efficient work area, including but not limited to, wearing appropriate safety glasses and safety-toe boots, and escalating unsafe work practices to the leadership team or Human Resources
  • Implement 5S and Lean Manufacturing as required. 5S is a methodology that results in a workplace that is clean, uncluttered, safe and well organized to help reduce waste and optimize productivity: "Sort," "Set in Order," "Shine," "Standardize," and "Sustain."
  • Assist or participate in training measures as assigned
  • Champion our core values: Innovation, Collaboration, Candor, Integrity and Earnestness
  • Performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, work across multiple product lines after passing required training and relevant assessments successfully

Education and Experience:
High school education or equivalent experience required.
Required Abilities and Preferred Skills:
  • Ability to use a computer independently, and consistently, to access job documentation and personal records
  • Ability to read contrasting colors and correctly identify wire size
  • Ability to use basic measurement tools, such as a scale and ruler (mm, cm, inches)
  • Ability to perform basic math (addition and subtraction)
  • The ability to use hand and power tools safely, efficiently, and with the correct torque applied
  • Ability to work overtime on occasion, depending on business needs
  • Basic verbal and written communication skills with the ability to understand hardware and tool instructions written in English. (Translation assistance and reasonable accommodations may be available upon request, but the ability to do so depends on the document complexity and source.)
  • Strong attention to detail, general spatial awareness and quality workmanship
  • Personal integrity, a drive to learn, a teamwork mentality, and being both safety-focused and customer-focused will set the Assembler I up for success
  • Ability to use hand(s) to frequently cut, strip, crimp, bend and terminate a range of wire sizes (22 - 500 MCM AWG) at least 50% of the time
  • Ability to use hand(s) to frequently utilize hand tools, table-top tools, drills, torque tools and bandsaw at least 50% of the time
  • Ability to stand on one's feet or walk averaging 1-2+ hours per shift
  • Ability to lift up to 10-25 lbs. frequently on average, and up to 50-85 lbs. in team lift on occasion

Compensation:
This role typically starts between $19.00 - $21.00/hour depending on experience, qualifications and the shift hired for. Actual hourly rates and shift differentials may vary accordingly, especially if a candidate's experience and qualifications are more in alignment with level II and Advanced Assembler roles.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position or similar positions and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. The position will also assume any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Design Ready Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
When completing your application, please indicate any specific role preferences - such as the desired shift you'd like to be considered for if the job opening is not already posted.
Pay Range: $18 - $21 per hour

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