Assembler 1st Shift
Powell Industries
- Houston, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Build and assemble mechanical components for Switchgear and/or Breaker units according to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Perform maintenance and proper use of tools.
- Perform in process inspections; ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
- Perform all ship prep functions including splitting gear.
- Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
- Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.
- Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
- Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).
- Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
- Basic knowledge of operating desktop computer.
- Safely use variety of hand/power tools.
- Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.
- Basic computer knowledge considered and asset.
- Prior ability or interest in building or repairing mechanical components considered an asset.
- Read and understand spec sheets and follow proper use of hardware by spec requirements.
- Basic knowledge of one line and three line drawings
- Safety training certificates are an asset for the position.
- Positive attitude.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to follow direction from Senior Assemblers and Lead Assemblers.
- Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
- Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
- Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.
- Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.
- Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.
- Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.
- Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
- Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.
- Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.