Assembly Associate Job Description
Assembly associate
provides recommendations and/or execute actions for improvement and efficiency of Quality Systems and manufacturing processes using Quality Engineering, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools.
Assembly Associate Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective assembly associate job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included assembly associate job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Support ergonomic and safety goals and objectives by actively participating in daily stretching periods and any other ergonomic and safety
Support ergonomic and safety goals and objectives by actively participating in daily stretching periods and any other ergonomic and safety programs implemented by company
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of departmental and company goals and objectives
Works at station as member of assembly group assembling specific parts to meet production requirements
Performs all aspects of final checking of completed units
Must be able to level load the line and prioritize work with limited resources
Ensure thorough familiarity with company policies and procedures
Willing to train on all aspects of line including testing and riveting
Assemble products, including all required preparation and sub-assembly work, to the highest quality standards using approved manufacturing procedures
Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Production Supervisor, Line or Area Lead, Operations Leader or other appropriate personnel
Assembly Associate Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Assembly Associate
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: IS09000, US, PMR, A&P, IPC
Education for Assembly Associate
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the assembly associate job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Associates, Supervision, Engineering, General Education, Computer, Math, Reading, Technical, Education, High School Education
Skills for Assembly Associate
Desired skills for assembly associate include:
Continuous Improvement Practices
Demand Flow Technology
LEAN Manufacturing
PC’s and networking environments
Six Sigma tools and concepts
Consulting industry and processes
Customer service delivery
Support
Job skills and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of assignments/tasks
Microsoft applications
Desired experience for assembly associate includes:
Visual acuity is required to complete assembly, read labels, place labels correctly on parts, strip wires and use the computer
Able to stand for long periods/walk/sit as required throughout the scheduled shift
Must have excellent vision and dexterity
Automated manufacturing equipment experience preferred
Understanding of FDA/cGMP Production requirements
Posses computer and other technical ability to operate, maintain and set up production related equipment and machines
Assembly Associate Examples
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Assembly Associate Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of assembly associate. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for assembly associate
- Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules and practice safe work habits
- Compare results with specifications and record test data
- Perform electrical wiring and testing of mechanical components of remanufactured control systems
- After training, must be able to perform in every position and keep up with the expected average pace of the line
- Manipulate and read MES screen
- Report unsafe conditions to EHS Leader, Line or Area Lead, Production Supervisor, Operations Leader or other appropriate personnel
- Perform in-process inspection of materials to assure conformance with specifications
- Assist in the development of processes to improve product quality and production efficiency
- Work in a cooperative and communicative manner to meet individual and team objectives and to maximize productivity and efficiency
- Assists engineering in building or testing prototypes or new products, processes or
Qualifications for assembly associate
- May require work with potentially bio-hazardous and / or chemically hazardous materials
- Must be able to work standing for extended periods of time
- 1+ years of related experience in electronics assembly
- Experience performing manual soldering and assembly of electronic devices
- Experience working in an engineering prototype environment
- Ability to work on assemblies while looking through a microscope for 8 hours per day
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Assembly Associate Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for an assembly associate. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for assembly associate
- Perform all job duties/assignments in accordance with established Safety Policies and Procedures
- Must be able to communicate both oral and written instructions and interface with a variety of personnel and departments
- Performs a range of production tasks such as operating subassembly equipment, coating equipment, ovens, material handling equipment including hoists, cranes, tow motors, pallet trucks, and other miscellaneous equipment
- Comprehends and accurately follows specific detailed operational instructions and prints for job and setup operations
- Read and understand moderate to highly complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, bill of materials, and schematics
- Takes raw material and builds the buss assemblies for structures and installs in unit
- Performs basic to highly complex troubleshooting, which may include quality issues, engineering issues or materials issues
- Continuously lifts parts weighing up to 40 pounds, using alternative methods of lifting weight if beyond 40 pounds
- Utilizes computer system for clocking start and finish of job, pulling prints, pulling BOM’s and job specifications
- Placing merchandise on displays
Qualifications for assembly associate
- Work independantly as required
- A minimum of 1 year of assembly experience, or an equivalent combination or education and experience
- High School diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of related work experience, or an AA degree with related work experience
- Understanding of FDA and cGMP regulated production practices is preferred
- In-depth knowledge of job tasks
- Able to use general/automated production equipment
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Assembly Associate Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an assembly associate. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assembly associate
- Assemble components accurately according to work instructions
- Assemble components in a timely manner to meet customer demand
- Identify quality, process, or equipment defects
- Electronic pay via direct deposit or payroll card
- Subassembly, assembly, acceptance testing and finishing (Final-out) hydro-mechanical components by using written work instructions, , engineering drawings, assembly procedures, acceptance test procedures, engineering and industry specifications
- Strictly adheres to written work instructions as defined by the applicable engineering drawings, assembly procedures, acceptance test procedures and specifications
- Accurately record in-process documentation, , assembly work records and acceptance test data sheets
- Ability to read basic precision measuring equipment, , OD micrometers, depth micrometers, dial calipers, height gauges
- Very good organizational skills to ensure accuracy, neatness and completeness
- High attention to detail ensuring product is assembled and tested to meet all quality standards
Qualifications for assembly associate
- Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as required by production demands
- Must be willing to be trained in other areas of production where the skill level requirements may be lower
- Knowledge and adherence to safety procedures and programs
- Operating skills of manufacturing equipment, tools, and hand/fork lifts is preferred
- Ability to use hand tools (power screwdriver, torque wrench, hand wrenches)
- General education degree (GED) required or 12 months of work experience in a manufacturing environment is required
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Assembly Associate Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of assembly associate. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assembly associate
- Strict adherence to all company safety requirements and company guidelines
- Willing to work and train on all work stations within Pilot Light Dept under the direction of Supervisor and/or coordinator
- Committed to good teamwork ethics
- Willing to train and work in other areas as required
- Open containers
- Solders parts by following schematic, blueprint, and Standard Work Instructions to assemble final unit
- Minimum 3 years of assembly experience in an aerospace or similar manufacturing industry
- Minimum 1 year Soldering/Welding experience
- Intermediate level skill in blue print and/or schematic reading
- Coordinate with Sales on incoming and outgoing quotes
Qualifications for assembly associate
- Quality experience a plus
- Understanding of FDA and cGMP regulated practices is preferred
- Position requires standing for long periods of time
- Responsible for comprehending and performing processes according to SOPs and MMRs
- Performing tasks such as racking, counting, capping, packaging, bagging of plates and kit assembly
- Communicating needs and requirements to inventory personnel communicating issues and discrepancies to the supervisors
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Assembly Associate Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for an assembly associate. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for assembly associate
- Ability to review and understand prints & wiring layouts for wire harness application
- Ability to read schematics a plus
- Ability to read, understand and work from DWI’s, Job instruction Training (JIT), Flow Charts
- Ability to work in a fast pace flow through line, and will learn to test and pack units
- Understands the individual processes within the line and how they impact the production output
- High volume line, ability to work efficiently
- Good hand and eye coordination required for the use of drivers and fixtures
- Willing to train on all aspects of line including picking parts, packaging parts, involves light assembly
- Willing to work and train on all work stations within MMB under the direction of Supervisor and/or coordinator
- Assemble (or build) both pilot lights and push buttons of medium size
Qualifications for assembly associate
- Manual production/assembly of both finished goods and component level products, completing documentation in an efficient and accurate manner, performing material inspections, use and calibration of standard laboratory equipment and the verification of materials used in the manufacturing processes
- Understanding of metric volumes and measures is preferred
- Person must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Collaborate with team members to resolve problems and improve processes
- Familiar with software/firmware controlled electrical equipment
- Extreme attention to detail, especially with small parts