Mechanical Assembler 1

Mechanical Assembler 1
Full-time / Permanent
Hourly $18 - $22
Shifts available:
Swing shift (M-Th, 1:00pm – 11:40pm)
*We are not accepting candidates from third party agencies.
About Us:
Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem-solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe. Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it.
About this Opportunity:
This position is responsible for building mechanical assemblies in accordance with customer-supplied assembly documentation and manufacturing standards.
Responsibilities

• Assembles mechanical components (sheet metal and machined parts, hardware, rivets, and
  purchased mechanical components) into higher level products.
• Follows written or electronic assembly instructions which may be in the form of “MPI”s”
  (Manufacturing Process Instructions), blueprints, and verbal instructions.
• Uses primarily hand tools for assembly, including mechanical tools such as manual, electric, and
  pneumatic screwdrivers, wrenches, and riveters.
• Sets up parts in work area, selects tools required to complete the operation.
• Assures accurate logging of labor hours and accurate part quantities into Visual Manufacturing ERP
• Reviews completion of previous operations and notifies the lead if omission or discrepancy from a
  previous operation is detected.
• Ensures proper handling and stacking of parts to avoid damage.
• Cleans work area.
• Participates in department meetings, identifies barriers to efficient operations, and need for additional
  or improved tools, fixtures, or methods, and communicates improvement ideas to area lead or
  supervisor.

Requirements/Skills:

• 1 year of previous assembly work.
• Read, write and perform basic arithmetic problems.
• Understand moderately complex written and verbal instructions.
• Use basic hand, electric, and pneumatic tools used in performing specific operator.
• Physical Requirements: Some assigned tasks for this position may involve exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of
  force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.