Damper Assembler

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY: Final stages of damper assembly and packaging of finished goods for warehouse storage and or shipping.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

· High School Graduate or equivalent work experience

· Organizational skills

· Attention to detail

· Previous experience in mechanical assembly

· Basic computer skills

· Basic to Intermediate shop math skills

· Problem solving skills

· Ability to read and interpret work instructions

· Passion for Quality

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

· Ability to work in a fast paced deadline driven production environment

· Regular attendance per work schedule and able to at times of high volume work overtime including Saturday work

· Lifting parts from 5 to 50 lbs. from carts and various size storage containers.

· Must be able to maintain a clean work station and assist dept. in cleaning functions

· Must be able to read blue prints, interpret work order requirements, and drawings specifications

· Previous Forklift Experience and pallet jack use or willingness to receive training

· Compliance of all shop safety rules and company policies

· Participate in the rotation schedule as delegated by manager or lead

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Assist in all stages of Damper Assembly

· Proper use of precise measuring equipment

· Produce quality dampers per design specifications and work instructions

· Honing Department

o Check Auto Filling schedule and follow schedule assigned by management

o Review paperwork prior to starting order

o Hone and clean tubes per work instruction

o Stage honed and cleaned tubes for Auto filling in Filling room

o Perform necessary daily cleanup procedures; recycle solvent; place oily rags in fire safe container, mop floor in work area if necessary.

· Piston Assembly Department

o Process Piston assembly work orders per Damper assembly schedule and part availability.

o Assemble part # specific design and drawing per work instruction.

o Check all components for dimensions making sure that they meet quality standards prior to assembly.

o Torque all piston assemblies per design spec.

o Assist in maintain inventory accuracy of assemblies and piston assembly components.

o Prepare necessary documents and workbooks as necessary.

o Scan and file all completed work orders weekly

o Perform necessary daily cleanup procedures; Clean-up area when complete mop piston assembly area if necessary

· Filling Department

o Assist Damper Technician by preparing parts for filling

o Prepare tubes by oiling

o Grease gas pistons

o Pre-roll ware bands

o Dyno test dampers after filling

o Perform necessary daily cleanup procedures; Clean-up area when complete mop filling area if necessary

· Final Assembly

o Clean Dampers and check for oil leaks after Dyno Testing

o Installation of necessary components using basic hand tools as instructed by lead

o Installation of bushings, sleeves, and bearings using pneumatic and hydraulic presses.

o Torque rod-ends per work instruction using Pneumatic or click type torque wrench when instructed to do so

o Apply Decals using automatic machine or manually when required to do so.

o Stamp dampers with part # and date code with automatic machine or by hand when required to do so

o Installation of Dust boots as required per design

o Bag all dampers and insert oil warning note as required

o Bulk package and or individually box dampers as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Sitting, Standing, and bending movements: Frequent standing with breaks according to work schedule, frequent bending movements

· Repetitive work with both hands on parts and computer usage

· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. at certain times

· Ability to operate a manual pallet jack and maneuver product around to staging areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person