Assembler

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Location: United States - Holland, MI

Hours: Monday – Thursday; 5am to 3pm OT when needed Friday

Pay: $24.57 - $16.39

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

PURPOSE/SCOPE: 

The Assembler will function within a team to assemble and manage the production from receiving parts to shipping finished machines.

GENERAL RESPONISIBILITIES: 

Perform mechanical assembly of products with complex functions requiring independent judgment which are generally built on work benches, but may be built on lift tables

Proficient in multiple sub-assembly operations and shorter cycle time main line stations

Perform housekeeping and 5S to keep the department clean, safe, and well organized

Understand, participate and focus on continuous improvement activities

Troubleshoot and adjust to build a quality product

Perform on a minimum of 4 overall stations, with at least two of them on the main line, as well as perform on other lines

Build processes are characterized by moderate build times (generally, between 6 to 10 hours).  Main line stations can be greater than 90 minutes and sub assembly content will normally exceed 2 hours

Process requires a moderate amount of troubleshooting and adjustment to build a quality product. Typically these are known issues that take 15 to 60 minutes to diagnose

Maintain company tools and equipment

Perform in-process quality checks and communicate results

Follow pre-established guidelines, procedures, plans and priorities as set by the supervisor

Prioritize goals and rely on experience and judgment to plan work

Take on new activities or special assignments when given

Perform other duties as assigned

  REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Technical Degree within a related field from an accredited institution or 2-5 years of related mechanical assembly experience

Must be familiar with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures within mechanical and electrical assembly

History of continuous improvement within previous positions

Related manufacturing experience is preferred

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Proficient understanding of mechanical and electrical parts and how they are assembled into product systems

Ability to proactively recognize, communicate, and elevate issues to leadership to minimize impact to line

Ability to navigate and become proficient with Microsoft Windows, Drawing/method layout Locator, Visual Factory and WorkForce

Able to meet time standards on all areas of training

Ability to effectively overcome issues (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc.) commonly found within the assembly processes

Ability to train others on known assembly processes

Understands the function of the product being built and how their work impacts functional and quality results

Ability to recognize bottlenecks and move to point of need to assist others and keep assembly process moving

Must successfully pass HEAT training after completion of the course

Ability to be trained on multiple assembly lines

Ability to follow detailed work instructions

Ability to use basic hand tools, torque guns and simple electrical devices

Ability to work with limited direct supervision

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS: 

Ability to problem-solve

Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline oriented environment

Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation

Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information

Consistent attendance either onsite or remotely as needed by the business

Ability to take direction and accept supervision

Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations

REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Routinely lifts up to 40 pounds individually

Works in multiple positions during a shift

Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

Routinely and regularly works near moving mechanical parts

Occasionally exposed to hot conditions

Occasionally exposed to non-toxic fumes

Moderate noise level

Occasionally exposed to oil, grease, gasoline, dust, metal particles and sharp edged materials

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to wear safety glasses, steel toed shoes and hearing protection

Total Compensation = Pay range + Benefits

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Sales and Service Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.  The salary range reflects both entry into the role and future growth. Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits

Benefits = A comprehensive benefits package including multiple medical plan options, 401(k) with a 100% match up to 6%, paid vacation time, up to 8 paid company holidays and 3 personal holidays per year, dental and vision coverage, wellness rewards, robust family support programs, company‑paid disability and life insurance, and a full Employee Assistance Program.

Defining Our Employee Value Proposition    

At Tennant Company, we…  

Discover  fulfilling work with opportunities for growth and meaningful recognition. 

Drive  the quality and innovation our customers rely on in our products and services. 

Connect  with people who care about each other, our brands and our communities.

These are the principles that define how our employees experience Tennant Company, make Tennant a great place to grow your career, and are at the core of our legacy and future. Together, they serve as guideposts for working with our customers, our partners and one another.

Begin your journey with us. Let's reinvent how the world cleans.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.