Summary

The Production Assembly Technician performs precision mechanical assembly, hardware installation, and surface finishing of components. Operates manufacturing equipment including various presses and standard hand tools to assemble high-quality parts according to strict technical specifications. Responsible for applying glues, bonding products, and performing detail-oriented paint touch-ups to ensure final products meet quality and aesthetic standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must satisfy the following duties and responsibilities:

• Reads process sheets, blueprints, production drawings, and work instructions to determine assembly sequences, hardware requirements, and quality specifications.
• Installs standard and specialized hardware components into assemblies using various manual and powered hand tools.
• Prepares surfaces and applies various glues, adhesives, and chemical bonding products according to technical specifications and standard safety guidelines.
• Operates secondary manufacturing equipment including mechanical presses, compression tools, and basic alignment fixtures.
• Performs precision paint touch-ups and surface finishing to correct minor cosmetic defects and ensure parts meet final inspection standards.
• Inspects first-run pieces and spot-checks succeeding assemblies for conformance to technical drawings utilizing basic inspection tools (calipers, scales, gauges).
• Prepares and organizes hardware, adhesives, and tools for subsequent production runs during assembly cycles to optimize efficiency.
• Marks, labels, or stamps parts as required per process and quality specifications.
• Performs daily routine maintenance on assembly tools, presses, and workstations (cleaning, minor adjustments).
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Other duties as may be assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves assembly issues in a timely manner.
• Communication – Listens and gets clarification; able to read and interpret written technical information; accepts feedback from others.
• Diversity/Ethics – Shows respect and sensitivity for differences; works with integrity; upholds organizational values; conserves manufacturing resources.
• Organizational Support – Follows shop policies and procedures, including established Quality Management Systems (QMS); completes tasks correctly and on time.
• Quality/Quantity – Demonstrates high attention to detail and craftsmanship; accuracy and thoroughness in hardware installation and paint finish; monitors own work to ensure first-pass quality; completes work in a timely manner.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; strictly adheres to PPE guidelines, including the consistent use of provided gloves when handling glues, bonding agents, and paint; uses tools and equipment properly.
• Punctuality/Dependability – Is consistently at work and on time; follows production instructions and responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.

Qualifications:

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 - Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Requires 1–2 years of experience in hardware installation, product assembly, or cosmetic touch-up environments.

• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules (including chemical safety sheets), operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to read basic measurement layouts.

• Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.

Computer Skills: