Assembly Technician

Description

Summary of Position: 

This position is responsible for the assembly of heat exchanger and related units and subassemblies. Assembles fabricated parts at their respective floor stations using bills of material, drawings, engineering specifications, and quality control documents. Responsible for completing assemblies to meet tolerances and product specifications. May be responsible for identifying and repairing non-conforming or out of tolerance components.

Working Conditions:

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role may also routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, anything over 50 pounds must use approved apparatus or another person to assist.

· Must be able to bend, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.

· Ability to push/pull product on carts, racks, pallets, and shelves.

· Ability to work with temperature fluctuations within the plant dependent on the season.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is also required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on the task being performed. PPE includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, ear protection, cut resistant gloves and sleeves, hard hat, Tyvek suit, and steel-toed shoes.

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. 

Heat Recovery Innovations is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability, and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status, or any other protected status. 

About Heat Recovery Innovations (HRI):

HRI (www.heatrecoveryinnovations.com) is an energy transition enabler, collaborating with innovative companies and technologies. We collaborate with customers of all sizes to develop the next generation of heat recovery technologies to improve fuel efficiency for power generation, transportation, and industrial applications. HRI’s proven team has deep industry experience in designing, engineering, and producing high temperature heat exchangers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

15 days of paid time off (PTO) with accrual beginning day one

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Annual allowance for work-related wear

Health insurance (80% employer-paid)

Dental (100% employer-paid option available)

Vision (100% employer-paid)

Short term and long-term Disability (100% employer-paid)

Life insurance 

Long term care offerings

401(k) plan with up to a 6% company match

Requirements

 Duties & Responsibilities

· Must be capable of performing all non-specialized and some specialized mechanical assembly operations of sub-assemblies and package assembly including associated in-process quality checks and tests, plus finishing work and final packaging.

· Must have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, bills of material, and quality control documents. Takes responsibility for quality and work content performed in the applicable operation by signing off on the appropriate documentation prior to indexing to the next step in the process.

· Must exhibit/demonstrate the ability to use correct tooling, fixturing, and equipment to perform work tasks to engineering specifications. Must ensure that all tools used in performing job duties are within calibration, as stated on calibration sticker. Where discrepancies arise, immediate notification of a supervisor occurs.

· Must be able to function in a flexible team environment. Must be willing and capable of flexing into other assembly jobs as required.

· Assists engineers with tasks related to development, construction, and evaluation of prototypes, new products, operations, and/or procedures.

· Maintains production logs, inventories, documentation, outlining procedures, batch records, inventory, productivity, changeover, and progress.

· Ensures compliance with health and safety laws, regulations, and best practices.

· Requires a high degree of responsibility for safety to self, to others, for equipment, and materials. Must maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area and follow all safety rules and procedures. Identify safety concerns and drive for successful resolution.

· Support other areas of the facility including material handling, receiving, shipping, production and development testing.

· Performs all work in accordance with established safety protocols.

· Must be willing to work to get the job done under overtime hours inclusive of Saturdays and Sundays.

· Capable of operating basic material handling equipment.

· Valid fork truck certification a plus.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to clearly communicate with engineering, technical support, sales, and management.

· Basic understanding of products and equipment used in manufacturing.

· Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.