1_Assembler - Level 2

Position Summary: 

At this level, the associate can perform their job duties independently and operate per standard work. The associate can perform some basic process changeovers and troubleshooting with some guidance or help from a trainer or supervisor. They can recognize and solve routine problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

To assemble and package products and operate assembly equipment. The associate must be customer service oriented by taking proactive approaches to the job. The associate will support Swagelok’s operating plan along with the Swagelok mission, vision and values. 

• Must efficiently perform all Learner level job functions. 

• Operate designated assembly/packaging equipment. 

• Performs job functions independently or with minimal assistance from the trainer. 

• Assemble components into complete or partial products according to standard work. 

• Demonstrates capability of routine / minor set-up on basic equipment 

• Verify trace id information of all materials used for each job. 

• Must understand and follow proper part handling procedures.

• Must understand and follow Swagelok documentation necessary to perform job functions.

• Recognize non-conformances and inform supervisor, team coordinator or set-up. 

• Demonstrates product knowledge (basic part numbers, components, materials, and configurations) within the scope of their job family detail. 

• Understands products, processes, and procedures to perform job functions to established standards and reduce the risk of quality escapements. 

• Able to answer questions posed on Independent Assembler skills. 

• Perform daily equipment maintenance and clean up.

• Complete daily documentation (tally sheet, cell board production).

• Perform In-Process Inspection (visual and gaging) during assembly.

• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards in area.

• Plan and prioritize daily orders.

• Perform job related administrative tasks using SAP 

• Recommend process improvements. 

• Maintain a balanced workload during and between the shifts. 

• Follow daily equipment checklist (Standard Work) 

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

Required: 

• High school diploma or GED

• Assembly experience preferred or related job aptitude (e.g. ability to follow basic instructions) 

• Able to recognize functional and cosmetic defects.

• Responsible for the assembly, testing, and packaging of product.

• Requires the use of assembly equipment and standard work.

• Able to navigate computer to access SAP, documents, qualification report etc. 

• Customer Focus 

• Reliability and Integrity 

• Flexibility, Teamwork 

• Communication 

• Accountability 

Preferred: 

Critical Competencies:

Customer Focus

• Takes personal responsibility for quality and fulfilling orders on time 

Reliability and Integrity 

• Looks for ways to improve 

• Admits own mistakes 

Flexibility

• Eager to acquire new skills 

• Willing and positive attitude through changes and reassignments 

Teamwork

• Works with others to meet customer needs 

• Define success in terms of the whole team 

Communication

• Shares ideas and information with others 

• Use of continuous improvement system 

• Listens with open mind 

• Reactions and opinions are non-defensive & non-judgmental 

Accountability

• Holds self-accountable 

• Supports business goals 

• Shows insight for achieving goals 

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

Scope of position: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. 

• May be required to pass pre-employment and annual Vision Acuity tests 

• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required.