We are looking for a skilled Assembler to connect parts into more complex components. You will ensure all parts fit correctly and are suitable for the final product. You will use your hands or machines to do the job with greater precision. You must have good technical knowledge and possess great manual dexterity. Ability to read instructions represented in manuals, drawings, schematics etc. and follow them with precision is extremely important. The goal is to produce complex outputs by putting together smaller components.
**Responsibilities**:
- Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures
- Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process
- Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components
- Select or modify components according to measurements and specifications
- Align material and put together parts to build more complex units
- Check output to ensure highest quality
- Maintain equipment in good condition
- Keep records of production quantities and time
- Report on issues, malfunction or defective parts
**Requirements**:
- Proven experience as assembler
- Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings etc.
- Ability in using tools (e.g. clamps) and machines (e.g. presses)
- Good understanding of quality control principles
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition
- Forklift license is a requirement
**Benefits**
Factory Worker
AK Reels is an Australian Made and Owned plastics manufacturer, established in 1992 and we pride ourselves on our industry leading innovation and have the opportunity for a new member to join our factory production team.
AK Reels is currently seeking a process worker/assembler for work within the plastics manufacturing industry. We are looking for an enthusiastic process/assembly worker for our Thomastown factory.to start asap.
Working within a GMP environment you would be required to monitor plastics machines and assemble products within a fast-paced environment. Quality checking products or packing duties are also required tasks.
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Have the experience of working within a plastic injection molding production environment
- Be physically fit and capable of lifting up to 25kgs
- Have good time management skills
- In house training and advancement opportunities.
- Have good mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail
- Demonstrate the ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions
- Have required PPE - steel capped boots and high visibility clothing
- Have a valid driver's license and own transport
- Have a valid forklift license.
- Be available to work Monday - Friday ongoing
- Must have minimum of 2 vaccinations
- Those with up to 15 years of production experience preferred.
On offer are ongoing 5 day working week consisting of usually 8 hours a day, with start times from 7:00am.