Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Position Summary:

Under moderate to direct supervision, the Mechanical Assembler installs parts according to knowledge of unit being assembled or by following manuals and diagrams. Uses hand tools, power wrenches, gauges, and power tools to perform operations on the assembly line.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Installs hydraulic and electrical components.

Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, spaced clips, rivets, cotter pins or other fasteners using hand tools and portable power pneumatic tools (i.e. impact wrench).

Positions and bolts engine block components to truck body using wrenches and power hoist.

Bolts subassemblies, power module, fan housing, sets fan clearance to engine, using torque wrench and other hand tools.

May operate drills, riveting machines or hydraulic crimping machines to assist in assembly operation.

Identifies and distributes parts to proper location.

May run tests of assemblies to verify proper assembly of unit.

May operate forklift and crane/hoist.

Required to accurately record work order information and inventory transactions.

All Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):

Must be able to communicate in both written and spoken English.

Knowledge of and ability to use both powered and hand tools.

Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane.

Manual dexterity; mechanically inclined and good eye/hand coordination.

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills required.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED certificated preferred.

1 to 8 years of mechanical assembly experience, preferably in a similar environment.

Must be able to provide own tool kit (socket set, wrenches (standard and metric), screwdrivers) and storage.

Working Conditions:

Use hands or fingers to handle or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Good Hearing

Lift, pull and push up to 35 pounds without assistance

Stand on a concrete surface

Walk on a concrete surface

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Climb up to 8 feet

Lift, pull and push 36 to 100 pounds with assistance

Work around fumes or airborne particles

Work with toxic or caustic chemicals

Position has the following vision requirements:

Close vision

Ability to distinguish colors and shades of color

Ability to adjust focus

Work is performed in a loud manufacturing environment.

Notes:

Machinery used includes forklift and power tools (impact driver), RF scanner.