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Final Assembly - Component Installer 3rd Shift

XL Specialized Trailers

Manchester, IAFull-time$21/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$21/hr
Location
Manchester, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

XL Specialized Trailers is hiring a Final Assembly - Component Installer 3rd Shift. XL Specialized Trailers is seeking a Component Installer for the 3rd Shift to join their team. This role involves assembling parts and subassemblies, installing components, and verifying specifications. The installer will also resolve assembly problems, maintain equipment, and ensure a safe working environment. This position contributes to team efforts and continuous process improvement.

Key focus areas include Prepare work by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, Position parts and components using templates or reading measurements, and Install components by examining connections for correct fit and fastening parts.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Lift 25 Lbs+ Ability, and Ability To Work Overtime. Important skills include Studying Assembly Instructions, Blueprint Specifications, Parts Lists, Gathering Parts, Gathering Subassemblies, and Gathering Tools. Preferred (not required): Lean, 5-S, and Kaizen.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Studying Assembly InstructionsBlueprint SpecificationsParts ListsGathering PartsGathering SubassembliesGathering ToolsGathering MaterialsUsing TemplatesReading MeasurementsExamining Connections for Correct FitFastening PartsFastening SubassembliesMeasuring Completed ComponentsAltering Dimensions to Meet SpecificationsNotifying SupervisorCompleting Preventive MaintenanceFollowing Manufacturer's InstructionsComplying With ProceduresComplying With RulesComplying With RegulationsWearing Personal Protective EquipmentIdentifying Safety and Health ConcernsAnticipating Safety and Health ConcernsIdentifying HazardsSurveying Environmental ConditionsSurveying Operational ConditionsSurveying Occupational ConditionsProblem AnalysisProblem ResolutionCustomer OrientationInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCommitment to Company ValuesLean5-SKaizen

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAbility to Lift 25 Lbs RoutinelyAbility to Lift 50 Lbs OccasionallyAbility to Move 100 PoundsAbility to Work OvertimeAbility to Work Saturdays

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

1086 S 3rd St, Manchester, IA 52057, USA | Hourly | 21.00 per hour with a 15% shift premium | Full Time

| 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability. 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.

XL Specialized Trailers is a top tier manufacturer of custom Heavy Haul Trailers engineered and designed to meet the hauling needs of its customers. Founded on innovation and commitment to quality, the XL brand has earned a reputation as a premium heavy haul trailer.

Position Description:

General Summary: Generally expected to work as a valued member of the XL Specialized Trailers team. Maintains production by assembling parts and subassemblies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.

  • Positions parts and components by using templates or reading measurements.

  • Installs components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.

  • Verifies specifications by measuring completed components.

  • Resolves assemble problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources.

  • Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions.

  • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. Wears proper personal protective equipment.

  • Identifies and anticipates safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions.

  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing relating results as needed.

Ancillary Duties:

  • Assist with the continuous process improvement of XL Specialized Trailers by leading and participating in projects such as lean, 5-S and Kaizen..

  • Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall operations of the XL Specialized Trailers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Supervision Received:

Works under direct supervision. The employee is responsible for carrying out the assignment, keeping their supervisor informed of progress and potential problems or future implications.

Responsibility for Public Contact:

None

Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma or GED.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Problem analysis and problem resolution at a functional level.

  • Strong customer orientation.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Commitment to company values.

Physical Demands:

  • Walking, sitting, standing, climbing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.

  • Ability to routinely lift 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50lbs and move up to 100 pounds.

  • Ability to work overtime, including Saturday work.

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed indoors in production facility.

XL Specialized Trailers is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

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