Assembler_Painter_TX

We feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family.  We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

• A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
• A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
• A need to create and to innovate

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Work Status: Onsite

Position Summary: 

The Assembler / Painter_TX is responsible for complex assembly and testing of a variety of products and product components. They ensure that parts and products are assembled accurately by following standard practices, procedures and documented technical specifications.  They perform advanced, highly detailed multi-step assembly for complex products with custom assembly specifications. The Assembler Tester II - Painting maintains necessary materials for production, keeps their workspace clean and organized, and updates work performed in the Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Measures of Success

• Meet Safety requirements; personal protective equipment always worn in the facility
• Meet or exceed daily production requirements
• 100% accuracy on any inventory transactions and quality requirements
• 100% adherence to processes and material usage, no deviations
• 100% adherence to applicable Taco Paint Specification

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs advanced, highly detailed multi-step assembly of custom parts and products according to technical specifications, Manufacturing Process Sheets (MPS) and Bills of Material (BOM).
• Performs all the required painting operations in the cell which includes maintaining paint guns, paint equipment & the paint booth
• Reviews job information in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system daily to determine orders to process.
• Maintains inventory of materials needed for production orders.
• Operates equipment and uses common hand and pneumatic tools as instructed.
• Required to perform painting processes of assembled pumps, vessels, and devices, as needed on a rotating basis.
• Performs standard tests after completion of each assembly operation to ensure parts and products meet tolerances, product specifications and quality standards.
• Rotates between different workstations and/or bays as production needs require or to reduce fatigue.
• Examines work completed by team members for accuracy, continued operations and safety.
• Moves materials as needed for production, utilizing proper equipment and safety procedures.
• Ensures maximum output for work area; manages time effectively in order to meet strict time deadlines and production volumes.
• Visually inspects parts for quality and reports any issues to Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Updates the ERP for work performed.
• Maintains daily production records as directed.
• Detects and reports improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and any unusual conditions to Team Lead and/or Supervisor.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition; ensures equipment is in good operating condition.
• Attends and participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Adheres to all safety policies and wears personal protective equipment as required, including wearing respirator when performing painting functions.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Qualifications

Required:

• One plus (1+) years of experience in mechanical assembly
• Minimum of 6 months of spray-painting experience in a production environment required
• Physically able to operate spray paint equipment and hand tools.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (masks for painting, etc.) within approved guidelines, including being clean-shaven
• Competent to operate computer and complete basic data entry in systems
• Must successfully learn specific responsibilities as assigned and adhere to production procedures
• Proficient and functioning in job responsibilities and able to attain MPS training sign-off within 90 days
• Physical dexterity to manipulate hand tools and power tools
• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or move materials of up to 30 lbs; capable of using hoists for materials over 30 lbs
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring constant alertness or activity, including standing and lifting
• Critical thinking skills and ability to work independently on custom assembly
• Highly detail-oriented in order to accurately follow variations in assembly procedures
• Ability to manipulate product components to fit together
• Capable of following verbal and/or written instruction
• Good communication skills with the ability to work within a team setting
• Well organized

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a production floorenvironment where large equipment and noise are prevalent.  Safety gear is required, including wearing respiratorwhen performing painting functions.Must be willing and able to pass a respirator mask fit test.  

This position reports into the site every day.

This position has no direct reports.

Benefits

With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.

Taco employees benefit from a company that:

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential
• Embraces and celebrates diversity