Mechanical Assembler II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-06-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HSK02: Kidde Aerospace 4200 Airport Drive,NW, Wilson, NC, 27896 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Under direct supervision, performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes. Requires use of a few simple hand tools and semi-automatic manufacturing equipment including welding, cutting, and measurement operations.  Ensure work is accomplished with high quality workmanship standards and safety in a timely fashion and is compliant with all company, city, state and federal regulations.

What You Will Do:

• Learn to set up, assemble parts, and loading of parts.

• Demonstrate proper use of simple hand and machine tools.

• Learn to accurately read and follow procedures, blueprints, routing, and other work instructions.

• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.

• Responsible for quality product standards with no defects.

• Responsible for building parts that meet customer deadlines and expectations.

• Responsible to comply with applicable elements of quality systems.

• Participate in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events, as required.

• Participate in audits.

• Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications as required.

• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills.

• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required.

• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred

• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) strongly preferred.

• The ability to interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.

• The ability to successfully complete training modules associated with job grade.

• The ability to follow assembly instruction.

• The ability to effectively work in an environment requiring repetitive job responsibilities.

• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

• The ability to understand end uses of products being built.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Attention to detail in order to ensure safety and quality.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

• The ability to work in a team to support work capacity in a fast-paced environment.

• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.

• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

• The ability to take direction from more experienced coworkers, leads and supervisors. 

• May be standing for 8+ hours.

• Overtime eligible

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance <