Electronics Assembler II (Manufacturing/Assembly) - 1st Shift

The Assembler II works under supervision performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Assembler II communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection. 

Essential Functions: 

• Perform assigned assembly tasks 
• Prepare components prior to assembly, clean components, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies 
• Test finished assemblies 
• Set up and operate assigned equipment and machinery 
• Observe proper health and safety procedures in handling hazardous chemicals 
• Identify and report to lead or supervisor any difficulty which would affect the correctness and quality of the work in process 
• Participate in cleaning of area and machinery and take part in team meetings for improvement 
• Cross-train to work on at least 3 products 
• Complete job-related company training courses  
• Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise 
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary 
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management 

Non-Essential Functions: 

• Understand and/or participate with internal/external audits 
• Perform inventory cycle counts 
• May be required to repair/rework defective or returned assemblies     

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Experience: 2-5 years of Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; Good reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents); Basic computer skills (understanding of basic software)

• Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high-volume setting

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience

• Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to do part marking, wrapping and packaging finished goods and transport to other work areas 
• Ability to ensure all paperwork is completed appropriately and to close work orders 
• Ability to perceive and pre-determine sequence of operations and installation requirements from sketches and oral instructions 

Working Conditions: 

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment 
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE 
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes 
• Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 
• Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds 
• Pushing (in pounds):  up to 40 pounds 
• Mental/Visual: use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses 
• Workspace:  assembly cell 

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.

• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.