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Insulator/Assembler - Wilson Road
- Job Title
- Insulator/Assembler - Wilson Road
- Job ID
- 27731549
- Location
- Chattanooga, TN 47310
- Other Location
- Description
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BUILT TO CONNECT
Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the direction of the Department Production Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Leader, the Assembler I will safely perform a variety of tasks to correctly assemble, fit, and join components in the production process of heavy and large mechanical products, per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule, while making independent decisions with minimal direct supervision given appropriate instructions.
Key Deliverables
• Use tools properly to make or repair parts and products.
• Collaborate with other line workers in order to assemble products.
• Accurately document diagrams, schematics, blueprints, or other verbal or written instructions.
• Identify any defective items and handle them according to established procedures.
• Comply with all company and industry safety requirements.
Key Activities & Responsibilities
• Clean and assemble component parts, machined parts, and subassemblies
• Use various hand tools, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks
• Remove burrs and rough spots from parts with hand file, hone stone, or portable pneumatic grinder
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move parts and materials in and out of work area and to assemble large components
• Perform minor adjustments, repairs, or setups to equipment or machines under supervision
• Other duties as assigned (may include basic welding, washing, and priming and painting of components or assemblies)
• Perform all required job functions in a safe manner consistent with plant safety standards and report any problems immediately to the Team Leader or Department Supervisor
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations: None
OUR CULTURE & VALUES
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work:
• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing Environment
The shop manufacturing environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions, and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and very warm and chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times, consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.