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Job Description
Title : Assembly Technician Reports To : Prototype Build Manager
Company : American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC
Department : Manufacturing FLSA Status : Exempt
Location : Slidell, LA
Job Summary
The Assembly Technician assembles, installs, and integrates hardware into vehicles. The Technician identifies issues and communicates with the Build Manager, Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, and Material Handlers in support of daily tasks.
Essential Functions
- Performs manual assembly tasks of installing hardware into vehicle through work instructions and plant floor guidance.
- Assembly tasks to occur on the interior and exterior of the vehicle.
- Skilled in the ability to use assembly tools and equipment to install hardware.
- Ability to drive and perform vehicle functionality throughout the assembly process.
- Pulls material from kits to install onto vehicles.
- Support assembly sequence development and execution.
- Documents / captured tasks completed.
- Documents / communicates issues to plant floor leadership.
- Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences.
- Cleans assembly area, tooling, and parts to maintain safe work environment.
- Works with Engineering on troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.
- Takes initiative for assembly tasks.
- Supports vehicle shipments to different sites.
- Provides guidance to other Technicians.
- Supports material handling activities.
Staff / Direct Reports
None
Job Requirements
Education & Experience
High School Diploma / GED required. 2-4 years' experience in a similar position. OREquivalent Combination of Relevant Education & / or Experience KnowledgeBackground Prerequisites
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Physical DemandsRead and interpret technical data (Work Instructions, Drawings, Installation Instructions)Ability to use manual and electrical tools and other devices for vehicle assemblyAbility to learn to drive ground combat vehicleAbility to learn ground combat vehicle functionalityAbility to lift up to 45 poundsComputer Skills : Microsoft, Non-conformance Software, Work InstructionsMay need to stand and sit for long periods of timeAbility to understand and follow directionsConsiderable knowledge of manufacturing capabilities; previous plant experience is preferredStrong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work independently in a self-motivated environmentAbility to understand production schedules and shortagesAbility to follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPEWorking Conditions and Physical Demands
With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions.
Job Details
Seniority levelEntry level
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing
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Location : Slidell, LA
Salary : $43,000.00-$51,000.00
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