Entry Assembly Jobs in Rhode Island (NOW HIRING)

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift:  2nd shift

Work Status: On-site

Position Summary:

The Assembler Tester II is responsible for intermediate assembly and testing of a variety of products and product components. They ensure that parts and products are assembled accurately by following standard practices and procedures, and they perform detailed, multi-step assembly with variations in assembly procedures for complex products. The Assembler Tester II maintains necessary materials for production, keeps their workspace clean and organized, and updates work performed in the Enterprise Resource Planning system.  

Measures of Success:

• Meet Safety requirements; personal protective equipment always worn in the facility
• Meet or exceed daily production requirements  
• 100% accuracy on any inventory transactions and quality requirements
• 100% adherence to processes and material usage, no deviations 

Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Performs detailed, multi-step complex assembly of parts and products according to Manufacturing Process Sheets (MPS) and Bills of Material (BOM).  
• Reviews job information in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system daily to determine orders to process. 
• Maintains inventory of materials needed for production orders.
• Operates equipment and uses common hand and pneumatic tools as instructed.  
• May be required to perform painting processes of assembled pumps as needed on a rotating basis.
• Performs standard tests after completion of each assembly operation to ensure parts and products meet tolerances, product specifications and quality standards.
• Rotates between different workstations and/or bays as production needs require or to reduce fatigue.  
• Examines work completed by team members for accuracy, continued operations and safety.
• Moves materials as needed for production, utilizing proper equipment and safety procedures.
• Ensures maximum output for work area; manages time effectively in order to meet strict time deadlines and production volumes.
• Visually inspects parts for quality and reports any issues to Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Updates the ERP for work performed.
• Maintains daily production records as directed.
• Detects and reports improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and any unusual conditions to Team Lead and/or Supervisor.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition; ensures equipment is in good operating condition.
• Attends and participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Adheres to all safety policies and wears personal protective equipment as required, including wearing respirator when performing painting functions.  
• Performs other related duties as requested. 

Qualifications

Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred 
• 6 months of mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
• Competent to operate computer and complete basic data entry in systems
• Must successfully learn specific responsibilities as assigned and adhere to production procedures
• Proficient and functioning in job responsibilities and able to attain Manufacturing Process Sheets (MPS) training sign-off within 90 days
• Physical dexterity to manipulate hand tools and power tools
• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or move materials of up to 30 lbs; capable of using hoists for materials over 30 lbs
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring constant alertness or activity, including standing and lifting
• Highly detail-oriented in order to accurately and independently follow variations in assembly procedures
• Capable of following verbal and/or written instruction
• Good communication skills with the ability to work within a team setting 
• Well organized 

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a production floor environment where large equipment and noise are prevalent.  Safety gear is required, including wearing respirator when performing painting functions. 

This position reports into the site every workday.  

This position has no direct reports.