Assembly Operator

OVERVIEW:

Assembles metal products, such as automotive parts, partially or completely, working at a bench or on the shop floor by performing the following duties to time studied run rates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles various components manually and / or uses machines and fixtures provided for each application
• Points (mechanically adjusts) parts to specified dimensions, making certain that processed parts are kept separate from parts that have not been processed
• Sorts parts to remove foreign material and nonconforming parts from those that meet customer specifications. Makes certain that those parts found acceptable are kept separate from those that are rejected
• Reviews the work area to assure that it is kept clean and orderly at all times
• Inputs data collection information into the computer system
• Records part / component dimensional data for quality Statistical Process Control purposes and maintains related documentation
• Performs other duties as may be directed from time to time

KEY COMPETENCIES and ATTRIBUTES: 

• Alignment with MPI Mission and Values
• Understands and performs to the Small Parts Quality Management System
• Must work with a safety-first mentality-Safety Focused
• Must have analytical skills-Analytical Skills
• Ability and desire to perform accurate work-Attention to Detail
• Accountable and dependable
• Able to understand work and process instructions
• Ability to work well with others-Teamwork
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision-Self Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Ability and desire to problem solve and carry out instructions
• Able to read, write and speak fluent English
• Ability to accurately complete basic mathematics functions
• Ability to measure parts with calipers, micrometers, or various job-specific gauges
• Ability to use shipping scales to weigh, count parts and apply adhesive labels to containers