Assembly Technician

Company Background:
Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of custom equipment such as overhead cranes, material handling equipment, automated aerospace tooling, agricultural equipment. Our machines are used in multiple industries around the world. Our current capabilities include design, engineering, welding, machining, painting, assembly, testing, and installation of complex machinery.

Job Purpose:

You will work under the supervision of the Assembly Department Manager to build custom equipment based on designs provided through engineering drawings and blueprints and instruction manuals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Obtain measurements using various measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, & gauges to ensure part dimensions, features, and tolerance requirements are met per print specifications
• Safely and accurately assemble materials per written specifications and drawings
• Follow all paperwork and documentation procedures including but not limited to: work orders, inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and others as required
• Ensure communication flow down utilizing any means necessary; verbal, team meeting, taking notes, documenting instructions, documentation in the lesson learned log, etc.
• Provide maintenance expertise, troubleshooting, and installation on equipment involving mechanical and electrical skills
• Test and commission new and used equipment prior to installation
• Work with project managers and engineers to develop project schedules and customer updates
• Must be able to use a forklift and aerial lift, will train the right candidate
• Must provide your own toolbox and mechanic tools, we will provide drill, driver, and specialty tools
• You must also provide clothing that will protect you from varying weather conditions. Most work is done inside, but there are occasional outdoor projects at our facility.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Must have, or have the ability to obtain a US Passport
• At least 1+ year of prior experience or training in a manufacturing environment or related position such as a mechanic, maintenance technician, or service technician is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings including bill of materials and assembly instructions
• Ability to perform tasks without supervision
• Ability to lift heavy objects (25-50 lbs.)
• Prior forklift experience/certification is preferred
• Punctual attendance and strong attention to detail
• Experience using pneumatic, electrical, and manual tools
• Intermediate knowledge of assembly materials, metal types, and material properties
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a part of a team
• Previous experience in a related field such as a mechanic, maintenance technician, or service technician

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. This position involves work in our shop and at job sites where work will be performed both indoors and outdoors. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, with the assistance of an overhead bridge crane. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand, walk, use fine finger manipulation, use hands to handle and grasp, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb and balance, bend, stoop, twist, and/or crouch.

Benefits:

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance - Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Care, Life, etc.
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay