Assembly Wheel Chairs - Associate I (217647-072)

Company: Invacare
Location: Elyria
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Position Title: Associate I - Assembly - Wheel Chairs

Pay Status: Hourly

Department: Operations

Position Relationships:

Supervised by: Supervisor, Manufacturing

Supervises: N/A

Essential Functions:

* Reads configurators and builds configurated assembly
* Effectively uses computerized Information Center to retrieve product/process information
* Uses air and hand tools following proper safety procedures
* Visually inspects material during the assembly process to prevent defects and scrap
* Responsible for quality of assembled product prior to and including their workstation
* Provides written suggestions for continuous improvement
* Effectively utilizes material replenishment systems within department
* Assists with training of others
* Fills parts orders as needed
* Strict compliance to FDA and ISO control standards and record keeping
* Adheres to all safety policies
* Performs predictive/preventative maintenance as necessary
* Maintain safety and housekeeping standards in accordance with 5 S principles.
* Complete all required training applicable to assigned position
* Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications:

* High School graduate or equivalent
* Basic math skills
* Basic computer skills preferred
* Ability to use air tools and other torque-controlled tools
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to stand for 8-10 hours
* Bending, twisting and/or squatting may be required
* Must demonstrate the ability to hear 40db at 1000Hz, 2000Hz, 3000Hz, and 4000HZ in both ears either corrected or uncorrected if the job requires Associate to perform ride testing
* Ability to operate all hand tools (e.g. air guns, drills, etc.)
* Demonstrated flexibility in attitude and willingness to work in all areas as needed
* Demonstrated ability to understand and follow work instructions
* Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment
* Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
* Ability to work overtime with little or no notice
* Ability to be cross-trained
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Knowledge of quality standards to apply visual inspection
* Knowledge of proper problem-solving skills
* Must have thorough understanding of quality systems and their relationship to job performance including ISO Overview, corrective/preventative actions and work instructions
* Must have physical ability and manual dexterity necessary to perform the duties pertaining to job

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