Assembler I Full-Time High School Diploma or Equivalent Required 6 Months Experience Required MERRICK enjoys one of the best-known brand names in the industry with equipment installed all over the world. Our wide selection of quality weighing systems allows us to handle a variety of dry bulk materials and applications ranging from cement to food products, power generation, mining, pharmaceuticals, steel, plastics, paper, chemicals, building materials and even wastewater treatment. We offer competitive wages and have excellent benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible and/or Dependent Care Spending Accounts, LegalShield/IDShield, 401k Plan, paid time for Sick, Vacation and 9 paid Holidays. The Company provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Short-term and Long-Term Disability benefits for all full-time employees. SUMMARY Constructs and tests fabricated and purchased parts for mechanical and electrical assembly of Merrick Equipment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES 1. Strong mechanical and electrical background with ability to follow work instructions and document accurately. 2. High attention to detail to produce quality equipment with no defects. 3. High organizational and prioritizing skills to meet deadlines. 4. Ability to read blueprints efficiently and accurately. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Provides assistance to or works under the guidance of an Assembler II in assembling final products or subassemblies. - Select proper tools, fixtures, and equipment to properly assemble products. - Complete assemblies with the specified tolerances and within the specified time. - Uses hand and power tools for mechanical and electrical assembly. - Uses electrical/electronic equipment such as multimeters and soldering irons. - Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly drawings. - Installs components and parts such as switches, coils, transformers, relays, transistors, and semiconductor circuits on chassis, circuit boards, panels, and other units. - Routes and attaches or solders wires and connectors to form circuitry and connects assembly to power supply sources, switch panels, or junction boxes. - Examines parts for defects and takes corrective action as needed. - Tests the unit to locate defects, measure performance, determine need for adjustment, and verify specified operation and calibrates units according to specifications. - Completes and scans work orders accurately for each job. - Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. - Functions in a workplace of dignity and respect for all. - Functions as a team member and to get along with others. - Honors EEO guidelines and principles. - Reports for work on time as scheduled and ready to perform. - Performs other similar or related duties as directed, assigned or necessary to accomplish the department's objective in an effective manner. SAFETY and ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS - Accountable for all concerns within their scope of work and has the absolute responsibility to remedy, report and/or communicate any issue to managers, supervisors, safety or environmental managers as appropriate. - Follows all safe work practices, watches out for fellow workers, and keeps their work area clean. - Ensures area remains compliant regarding hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste and universal waste. - Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, and aerial lifts. - The following personal protection equipment is required and must be worn while working in the manufacturing facility or customers' facilities: 1. Company approved safety glasses or goggles. 2. Company approved steel/composite toe shoes. 3. Appropriate hand protection, respiratory and hearing protection in designated areas. 4. ppropriate clothing and other safety equipment as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None required. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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: High school diploma or general education degree equivalent (GED); and/or six months related experience and/or training. LANGUAGE