General Assembler, Miters Box 

LOCATION: Hanover / Pennsylvania (US-PA), United States | BRAND: Sheppard | REQUISITION ID: 6242 | JOB GRADE: 08

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Are you looking for a stable company known for innovation to grow your career? At R.H. Sheppard, we’ve been leading our industry for nearly 90 years. It’s an exciting time to be part of our growing team! Under new local leadership, we are even more commited to finding new ways to improve employee experience, customer satisfaction and our overall business results.  Bring your passion, skills and experiences and join us in our journey toward continued success!

Why join the Sheppard team:

• Earn competitive compensation based on position and experience with more earning potential available for trades or specialized roles. Overtime is regularly available for hourly employees interested in increasing their weekly pay with generous shift differentials available on 2nd ($2.50/hr) and 3rd ($2.00/hr) shift.
• Quarterly incentive & attendance bonus eligibility beginning your first day of work.

• Advance and earn more as you increase your knowledge and versatility. Learn new skills with our various training programs or explore new roles through our internal recruiting process.
• Enjoy work / life balance with up to 14 paid holidays and two weeks of paid vacation time (accrued based on start date). Starting a family? Take six weeks off for paid parental leave to bond with your new addition. 
• DAY ONE coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a variety of voluntary benefits, on-site healthcare facility for you and your family, wellness program incentives, and more!
• Plan for your future goals with our 401K and company match, Retirement Investment Savings Plan and Tuition Reimbursement programs

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FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibility of this position is to assemble products from components produced internally and externally while ensuring all quality standards are met.   Under general supervision, the incumbent must maintain assembly line volume standards while completing tasks that require a large degree of mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.  Responsibilities captioned below are considered essential job functions:
• Adhere to established safety procedures and 5 “ S ” standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain the cycle) required to perform daily duties in this position, including the proper techniques used in lifting/moving of parts
• Select component parts to assemble in accordance to the blue prints or instructions, inspect parts for damage and/or imperfections
• Ensure tolerances are accurate by using the appropriate indicators such as gages, micrometers, dimentionaire, plug gages, air tools, hand torque, wrenches, job blocks and/or V-blocks
• Operate machines required for pre-assembly operations including CNC machines, thrust washer machines, vertical drills, man-o-meters, parts washers, drill presses and Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) setting machines.
• Assemble and fasten components according to plans, maintaining required quality standards
• Coordinate parts using an assembly schedule
• Visually inspect assembled products to identify component and product issues and inform the supervisor as needed
• Perform basic tool and machine maintenance including checking oil levels and minor repairs
• Trains employees in lower class assembly positions, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned; required being very flexible in their daily job
       assignments; cross-training is a must to assure this flexibility

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Communication skills, ability to read, write and comprehend instruction
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, walk, reach frequently throughout the workday
• Ability to lift items up to 70lbs without assistance
• Manual dexterity
• Experience operating manual/powered pallet jack
• Knowledge of shop mathematics and blue print reading preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
General shop and machine tool noise, dirt, grease, and coolants from the operation of machine tools and assembly of machines and equipment.  Normal working position is standing or walking through out the plant.  Some repetitive lifting/moving is required, depending on the daily assignment or tasks being performed.  The weight can range anywhere from 1 to 75 lbs in which proper lifting/moving techniques are required.  

EDUCATION & MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
One year in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to interpret and comprehend plans and/or blueprints preferred

WHO WE ARE

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pennsylvania, our dedicated team supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse Group. Whatever your career path, Sheppard is committed to delivering diverse experiences, challenging opportunities and an unparalleled commitment to ethics and integrity.

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.