Assembler/Operator I 701011

Description JOB PURPOSE: Assemble variety of basic blind styles within established standards for quality and timeliness. JOB DUTIES: * May perform pre-assembly responsibilities: - May cut fabric or headrail. - May pick parts. - May do final bagging and labeling. - May weigh fabric or rail and input data into computer database. * Select blind off cart, following set procedures and established priority guidelines. *

• Perform initial hand assembly of blind to allow for hanging, inspection and adjustment. * Hang blind and perform initial inspection - parts fit together, adjust motor (if applicable), adjust clutch. * Make necessary adjustments and re-inspect. * Complete assembly process - add end caps, adjust snap, set stop. *
• Perform testing of blind - quality tests, visual test, function/performance test (drops correctly, width, color, flaws in materials, function, etc.). *
• Interact with quality specialists to ensure that quality guidelines are met. *
• Prepare blind for packaging and shipment - pull blind up into stacked position; may bag or may put on cart for submission to other group for packaging/labeling and shipment. * Complete productivity paperwork related to blind assembly. * May work with Engineering on testing of new products.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment. *
• Follow established procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition. *
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance Departments on equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools. *
• Follow safety policies and procedures. Attend regularly-scheduled safety meetings. * Attend daily huddles and other meetings to ensure smooth flow of communication.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: * Minimum Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent * Minimum Job-Related

Experience Required

3 months manufacturing experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: *

• Follow set safety procedures * Team player * Set priorities * Be flexible in job assignments * Hand/eye coordination * Basic computer skills *
• Ability to meet job productivity expectations Ensures quality by: * Using project plan and project schedule methodology * Clearly defining and utilizing processes in daily work *
• Understanding SWF team structure, roles and responsibilities * Integrating process methodology into daily work; MPI, QAT, 6S, 6D, Q@S etc * Looking for innovative ways to streamline work processes across the division and involves stakeholders * Identifying gaps using tools such as Baldridge criteria, WI Forward Award criteria, GPTW, IDP etc * Establishing forums to share best practices * Using department and company scorecard and other metrics * Measuring own work to plan and reports out at a micro and macro level