Assembler

Pierce Manufacturing Job Opportunity

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineered 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.

With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:

• Competitive pay pay based on experience and education, starting rate $19.85+ per hour +$2 shift diff
• Comprehensive benefit package - available day 1
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)
• Annual cost of living increase
• Eligible for increase after 90-day and annual reviews
• Job stability
• Opportunities for career growth
• Hands-on approach
• Customer focus
• Culture for fostering teamwork
• Respected leaders
• People first culture
• Hiring immediately

Job Summary

Entry level assembler responsible for safely assembling equipment by following instructions by supervisors or trainers. These assemblies vary in size and require the use of a variety of mechanical, electrical and manual tools.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Able to follow directions to 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.
• Ability to accurately use and read a tape measure.
• Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to perform assembly operations in designated work area.
• Assemble parts and subassemblies to create components.
• 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

• 3 months of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with basic hand tools.
• 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.