Handcuff Machine Operator/Assembler - Houlton, ME

Scope:

Perform routine assembly duties associated with production of handcuffs and restraints. These duties may be manual or automated machine oriented. Will be expected to perform assembly, simple operations, change tooling and adjust assigned machine or multiple machines that perform operations such as pin insertion, riveting, welding, twist links, mill swivels and restraint qualification.

* Operate machine or group of machines and make adjustments as needed to maintain tolerances

* Assemble components as required and defined by training and work instructions.

* Weld swivel assemblies.

* Remove and replace cutters, tooling, etc., and re-adjust machine to bring part into gage.

* Perform basic data collection functions as directed.

* Practice good housekeeping and 5S requirements

* Perform prescribed preventative maintenance (PM) on machines as required per the PM charts.

* Gage all parts at frequency specified, using the appropriate gage or measuring device.

* Safely handle and transport materials, parts, supplies, etc., within department.

* Work to meet or exceed schedule/job standard and quality requirements

* May need to perform manual work having to do with the handling of materials

* Regularly calibrate precision measuring devices to assure proper measurements

* Keep work area and equipment clean, safe and orderly.

* Follow all safety and EH&S requirements and use of personal protective equipment

* Ensure to practice safety requirements and keep machine guards in place at all times

* Openly offer job suggestions for possible improvements such as methods, procedures, ways of doing things, housekeeping, safety, training, etc.

* Monitor and verify quality in accordance with work instructions, statistical process or any other variances of control procedures prescribed for certifying or testing equipment

* May be required to perform other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Supervisor or other designated person.

* Be actively involved and willing to complete all training requirements to advance skills and proficiencies.

* Attendance is an essential function of this position.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Education and Experience:

* High School/GED, Degree requirements, at least 1 year of prior experience

* General knowledge of the job and machining techniques

* Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, use simple math to perform calculations, and use basic and advanced measuring tools

* Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language

* Basic computer skills preferred