Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing and we are looking for individuals who are motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about growing or starting their career in manufacturing!

Our work culture:

Jergens, Inc., is a privately owned manufacturer founded by the Schron Family in 1942. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Jergens has a global reach, with activities across 4 continents and 30+ countries around the world.

Through the many changes over the past 75 years, one thing has remained a constant – the core values of Jergens. A dedication to:

• Honesty
• Hard work
• Excellence in all we do
• A commitment to family

These values are the foundation upon which the company was built, the standard for how every Jergens employee conducts themselves today and will continue to set the direction into the future as we continue to grow our family of employees.

About Jergens, Inc.

Jergens, Inc. is comprised of 3 distinct business units: Workholding Solutions, Lifting Solutions and Specialty Fasteners. Building on its reputation of uncompromising quality standards, Jergens is committed to helping its customers achieve leaner, more profitable manufacturing, and continues to add products and engineered solutions for an integrated approach to “Manufacturing Efficiency.”

To learn more about Jergens, Inc., visit us at

Also, be sure to check out our video to see what it's like to work at Jergens:

Benefits of Working at Jergens, Inc.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package (including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as company paid life insurance and disability)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fun staff events and activities
• 401k plan with profit sharing
• Paid vacation time starting at 13 days
• 11 paid holidays

Reports to: Production Manager

Responsibilities

• Has a thorough understanding of our company’s products, assembly operations and procedures. Assists less experienced

assembly employees by providing information, as necessary.

• Works from blueprints, routed shop orders, set up card data, verbal and written instructions.

• Able to use ordinary arithmetic such as decimals and fractions, micrometers and fixed gages.

• Plans and performs required set up of equipment to assemble product.

• Assembles product in an efficient manner and inspects product to verify that it meets customer specifications, with minimal

direction from the supervisor.

• Identifies and resolves routine and some non-routine issues through effective troubleshooting.

• As needed, handles incoming and out-going stock.

• Maintains accurate counts of work in process, components, and sub-assemblies and properly log all rejected parts used during

assembly to maintain accurate inventory counts.

• Communicates effectively with co-workers and internal customers in performing assigned tasks. Assists less experienced

assembly employees with more complex issues.

• Keeps the supervisor aware in a timely manner of any issues needing the supervisor’s involvement.

• Performs assignments in a timely and efficient manner while meeting customer quality expectations.

• Maintains timely and accurate records and reports, as required.

• Maintains good housekeeping and safety habits.

Requirements

• High school education is required.

• Has the ability to be proficient after training.

• Has at least 2 years of experience with the company fully meeting the expectations of an Assembler or one year of successful

directly related experience within another company function or organization.

• Has excellent communications and interpersonal skills to be able to interact effectively with others to meet customer needs

• Ability to perform basic math calculations such as decimal/fraction conversions and reading measuring tools.

• Must have manual dexterity to handle small objects as well as large objects and the ability to maintain mental concentration

while performing repetitive work.

• Must have the ability to maintain mental concentration while performing repetitive work.

• Has moderate computer skills and is proficient with all related company systems and programs.

• Can demonstrate moderate analytical and problem-solving abilities to meet the requirements of the position.

• Effective time management skills in prioritizing and addressing multiple and at times conflicting demands.

• High energy with a sense of urgency in responding to customer needs.

• High level of personal and professional integrity.

• Is committed to the company’s values.

• Attention to detail in maintaining required records and reports.