Assembler

Company: Oshkosh Corp.
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

What to Expect:

* Competitive Pay - pay based on experience and education
* Merit increases at 90 days, and then annually.
* Comprehensive Benefit Package
* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays
* Effective after 30 days


* Job Stability
* Opportunities for Career Growth
* Hands-On Approach
* Customer Focus
* Culture for Fostering Teamwork
* Respected Leaders
* People First Culture

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assembler A is responsible for safely assembling equipment by following detailed instructions by supervisors or trainers. These assemblies vary in size and require the use of a variety of mechanical, electrical and manual tools. The employee must be able to read and understand blue prints and collect the proper materials needed to start the assembly process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Utilize proper tools to align, drill and secure components with correct bolts and torque to specifications.
* Cut, fit, bend, and adjust parts for fit or function as desired.
* Ability to accurately use and read a tape measure.
* Follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures.
* Ability to perform all required assembly operations in designated work area.
* Produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies.
* Assemble parts correctly.
* Drill holes for wires, hoses and small parts.
* Operate a torch or grinder to cut and shape parts.
* Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
* Install various truck accessories (decals, stencils, trim, carpet, flowering).
* Lift and stack completed subassemblies and parts up to 65lbs.
* Train and work in various areas of assembly in response to production demands.
* Follow verbal and written work instructions.
* Attention to detail necessary to adhere to quality standards.
* Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
* Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
* Regular attendance required.
* All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* High School Diploma or its equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Previous experience with basic hand tools.
* Ability to read blueprints.
* Demonstrated experience using various small and pneumatic hand tools.
* Requires the use of simple arithmetic and measuring instruments such as caliper, scale, and measuring tape.
* One-year certificate from college or technical school.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
* Sense of sound is required.
* Sense of balance is required.
* Limb and finger dexterity is required.
* Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
* Ability to perform twisting, turning, bending, climbing, pushing, and pulling motions.
* Ability to lift at least 65lbs.
* Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)-steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, vest.



WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions will be inside and outside where temperatures will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold for extended periods of time. This position is regularly exposed to vibration and loud noises.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: 920-502-3009 or corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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