Innovation Assembler- Waverly

The Innovation Assembler at UEA is a hybrid role that bridges Innovation and Quality Assurance. This position is essential for supporting innovative product development, ensuring manufacturability, maintaining quality standards, and assisting with the evaluation of designs and processes. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical assembly expertise and quality assurance experience, contributing to the continuous improvement of UEA's products and processes.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Design Engineer. 

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related      technical field, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

2+ years      of assembly

Hands-on      experience with mechanical and/or electrical assembly, testing, and      troubleshooting.

Skills:

• Proficiency      in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and work      instructions.
• Basic      understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and root cause analysis      tools.
• Strong      analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient      in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with CAD      software is a plus.

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Personal Attributes

• Strong      attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent      communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams.
• Self-motivated      and capable of working independently in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness      to learn and adapt to new challenges and technologies.

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Working Conditions

• Occasional      lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure      to lab, workshop, and production floor environments.
• Flexible      working hours may be required to meet deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND MEASUREMENTS OF PERFORMANCE:

· Assemble prototypes based on engineering designs, schematics, and technical drawings.

· Ensure high precision and quality in assembly processes.

Testing and Evaluation:

· Conduct functional tests on prototypes to ensure performance meets design specifications.

· Record, analyze, and report test results to the Innovation team.

Design Support:

· Collaborate with engineers to identify improvements in product design and manufacturability.

· Provide feedback on assembly processes to improve efficiency and product reliability.

Documentation:

· Maintain detailed records of assembly procedures and test results.

· Assist in creating and updating work instructions and technical documentation.

Tool and Equipment Maintenance:

· Operate and maintain tools and equipment used in the Innovation lab.

· Perform routine maintenance and ensure the lab is well-organized and functional.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

· Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure a smooth transition of products from prototype to production.

· Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for assembly or design-related issues.

· Operate and maintain testing and assembly equipment, ensuring a safe and organized workspace.