Machine Assembler at KHS USA INC

KHS USA Inc. is a subsidiary of Salzgitter AG. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of filling and packaging systems for beverages and liquid food we are a world-class player. Our customers have trusted in our passionate pioneering spirit and first-class technologies for over 150 years. However, we can only remain world class if we continue to find new employees who make just as high demands of themselves and the quality of their work as our customers make of us at KHS. Are you one of them?

Summary: The Machine Assembler assembles KHS USA machines mechanically by following engineering blueprints, other written
specifications and verbal instructions. The Machine Assembler is able to build, independently, a machine from receiving parts to completion. The Machine Assembler instructs and checks the work of other assemblers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, review and prepare the kit of machine parts for assembly. Reviews build manuals that include drawings and bill of materials. Review instructions for assembly; arrange parts and materials for the machine to correspond to sales order specifications.
• Receive shop orders for jobs and steps of assembly; use computerized Enterprise Resource Planning system and job orders for labor tracking.
• Inspect and prepare parts. This may involve removing small quantities of metal to reduce sharp edges and/or to produce close fit between parts.
• Use powered industrial trucks or cranes for moving large components or pallets of machine parts.
• Drill, tap, or ream holes in metal pieces using hand tools.
• Align components and attach with bolts, screws or various hardware.
• Install moving parts, such as gears, shafts, levers, or bearings, and verify correct operation of components.
• Bend and install pipe for pneumatic systems.
• Align and mesh gears in gearbox to assemble system of gears.
• Use a wide variety of precision measuring and gauging devices.
• Test or assist in testing operation of completed product.

Your Profile:

• The Machine Assembler possesses the mechanical and technical ability to build sub-assemblies and machines corresponding precisely to engineering specifications within the stated production time frame.
• The Machine Assembler demonstrates mastery of safe use of hand tools and other manufacturing equipment.
• The Machine Assembler is able to read and interpret engineering schematic drawings and other documents.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical certificate for machining or other related discipline
• Three (3) years’ experience with machine assembly or mechanical assembly of complex electro-mechanical equipment, or
  equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mastery of the Company Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system within a reasonable period of time.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance offered at 30 days of employment
• Generous Educational Reimbursement program
• Company sponsored Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year
• 401K with Company Match

In order to ensure our success in the future, too, we need first-class employees – and we also have plenty to offer them.