Axle Assembler

Description

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for performing repetitive work-station or line assembly operations to mass produce electrical drive axles or to assemble those components (sub-assemblies) into final completion of the towing tractor or other manufactured products by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. 

• Performs any assembly type functions, using hand or power tools
• Assemble electrical drive axle
• Breakdown and rebuild transmissions
• Sub-assemblies for electrical axle and transmission
• Operates any equipment needed to perform job
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
• Inspects own work performed prior to Quality Inspection and Final Inspection
• Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Production Supervisor
• Performs other duties as requested, directed or assigned 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Requires good critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of office software, organizational abilities and strong attention to detail
• A proven track record of success that includes administrative management, facilities, creative problem-solving and business partner experience is desired. 
• Have excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must have a professional, outgoing, guest-service oriented manner.
• Ability to interact with a variety of people, and remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be friendly, courteous, service-oriented, and flexible and enjoy working with a variety of staff.
• Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision; work well under pressure; able to manage multiple projects.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Use of safety glasses and steel toed shoes required
• Minimum 1 year experience with air tools and prior mechanical assembly of automobiles preferred
• Experience in assembling drive axles
• Experience in transmission assembly
• Experience is electric motor assembly