Assembler

Job Description:

Hobart is a part of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a Fortune 200 diversified manufacturing company that is a recognized leader among commercial food equipment worldwide. The Hobart Weigh Wrap manufacturing facility located in Hillsboro, OH, is seeking a qualified Assembler. At Hobart, different perspectives are valued, and everyone’s ideas are welcome. We maintain a diverse and inclusive culture. The selected candidate will be responsible for promoting an engaged, safe work environment, measuring productivity, understanding and reducing costs, and on-time delivery.

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs a wide variety of duties to assemble, check, test and repair in-process electronic and/or mechanical assemblies (sub or final)

• Assemble, align, fit, adjust clearances and make wiring connections among component parts and ensure proper function and conformance of parts and/or finished products
• Clean, file hand ream, tap, straighten broach, and set bearings and bushings, perform incidental greasing, filing or shimming on assemblies or component parts as needed
• Perform wiring/assembly of switches, motors, circuits, sensors, cables, etc.
• Work from diagrams, sketches, routings, oral instruction, written work instructions and photos
• Perform operational testing procedures throughout assembly process and make any required adjustments, diagnose/correct mechanical/electrical troubles such as misalignment, timing, non-functional, malfunctioning component parts or assemblies
• Detect unusual conditions, specific problems or quality issues during assembly process and report to proper supervision (assembly errors or component parts)
• Follow test records and final procedures to evaluate the quality of the product, check field repairs, institute/make repairs, and retest
• Use hand tools, portable power tools, fixtures and gauges to build/measure performance of  assemblies, sub-assemblies, component parts and complete units.
• Pack component parts/finished products and hand load on pallets
• Assist in maintaining inventories by making transactions to reflect material changes stock parts in designated locations using Kan Ban, and notifying supervision when shortages are imminent
• Observe good housekeeping/sustainability practices and follow all safety requirements, including preventative maintenance and inspection of tools and material handling devices
• Work and communicate well with others in a cross-functional team environment
• Train others as required to pass on acquired job knowledge
• Adhere to all plant rules and maintain proper attendance standards according to company policy
• Performs additional duties as required by supervisor

Qualifications

• Previous assembly experience is preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of computer/electronic handheld device

Compensation Information:

Dependent on experience.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.