Climax Portable Machine Tools
Electrical Assembler
Climax Portable Machine Tools, South Windsor, Connecticut, us, 06074
Position: Electrical Assembler
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: South Windsor, Connecticut
JOB SUMMARY
The Electrical Assembler is responsible for assembling, testing, and maintaining electrical components and systems according to engineering drawings and specifications. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical systems, excellent manual dexterity, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assembly of Electrical Components: Assemble, wire, and install electrical components, such as circuit boards, control panels, wiring harnesses, and other electrical devices, based on blueprints, schematics, drawings and work orders.
Testing and Inspection: Inspect wiring installations, assemblies, and circuits. Conduct tests on assembled products using specialized equipment to ensure functionality and quality, identifying and resolving any defects or issues.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair faulty electrical components and systems as needed, ensuring that all assemblies meet company standards and customer requirements.
Fabrication and Modification: Fabricate or modify parts as needed, using shop equipment such as drills, grinders, and other tools to meet specific project requirements.
Documentation: Tag components and maintain accurate records of assembly work, including test results, parts used, and any modifications made to the design or assembly process.
Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Comply with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and improve assembly processes.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings. Knowledge of electrical testing equipment and basic troubleshooting techniques.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform precise and accurate work.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address issues independently.
Other duties as required and/or assigned.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience in electrical assembly or a related field is required; experience with soldering, wiring, and using hand and power tools is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, crouch, bend, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds (assistance available), and regularly required to operate and maneuver heavy components with material handling devices. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. Office and travel have moderate noise levels. Machine/Product demonstrations and customer visits can have loud noise levels. Noise levels may be extreme and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and usage is driven by customer requirements. Other required PPE includes, but is not limited to, steel toe boots, hardhat and safety glasses. Customer working environments can be extreme in regard to height, confined space, physical requirements and hazards.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic which are protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: South Windsor, Connecticut
JOB SUMMARY
The Electrical Assembler is responsible for assembling, testing, and maintaining electrical components and systems according to engineering drawings and specifications. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical systems, excellent manual dexterity, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assembly of Electrical Components: Assemble, wire, and install electrical components, such as circuit boards, control panels, wiring harnesses, and other electrical devices, based on blueprints, schematics, drawings and work orders.
Testing and Inspection: Inspect wiring installations, assemblies, and circuits. Conduct tests on assembled products using specialized equipment to ensure functionality and quality, identifying and resolving any defects or issues.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair faulty electrical components and systems as needed, ensuring that all assemblies meet company standards and customer requirements.
Fabrication and Modification: Fabricate or modify parts as needed, using shop equipment such as drills, grinders, and other tools to meet specific project requirements.
Documentation: Tag components and maintain accurate records of assembly work, including test results, parts used, and any modifications made to the design or assembly process.
Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Comply with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and improve assembly processes.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings. Knowledge of electrical testing equipment and basic troubleshooting techniques.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform precise and accurate work.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address issues independently.
Other duties as required and/or assigned.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience in electrical assembly or a related field is required; experience with soldering, wiring, and using hand and power tools is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, crouch, bend, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds (assistance available), and regularly required to operate and maneuver heavy components with material handling devices. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. Office and travel have moderate noise levels. Machine/Product demonstrations and customer visits can have loud noise levels. Noise levels may be extreme and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and usage is driven by customer requirements. Other required PPE includes, but is not limited to, steel toe boots, hardhat and safety glasses. Customer working environments can be extreme in regard to height, confined space, physical requirements and hazards.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic which are protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.