Assembler

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC . is currently recruiting for an experienced Assembler to join the Alamo Group Ag Americas Team in Selma, Alabama. Alamo Group Ag Americas, Inc., a member of the Alamo Group family of companies, is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Alamo Group Ag Americas' products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments. To apply for this position go to www.bushhog.com Alamo Group Ag Americas Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance. For additional information about Bush Hog, Inc., please visit our company website at www.bushhog.com or check out our Facebook page. Bush Hog, RhinoAg, and Dixie Chopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agricultural and Outdoor Power Equipment Industries. The Assembler II is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the Company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention. The Assembler II a ssembles multiple types of high-quality Bush Hog products. Must learn and become familiar with four of the five types of assembly lines (may include Single Spindle, Finish Mower, Multi-Spindle, Flex-Wing or Zero Turn Lines). Reviews and performs manual labor in different production lines when needed in order to satisfy work orders. Ensure that products are assembled properly to meet Bush Hog standards. Work under immediate supervision and must work closely with others in order to successfully finish work orders in a timely manner. Operate hoist, dollies and pallet jacks in order to move products and parts throughout the assembly line. Core Competencies for this position include: Learning People Relations Communication Position/Tech Knowledge Results Driven Essential Functions of the Job: Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetings Communicate with other departments as needed to guarantee availability of required parts Operate essential tools and equipment needed for the assembly of products Ensure correct parts are used in each assembly line Inspect products in order to guarantee safety and quality control Examine work orders to identify special requests or changes in assembly Maintain a clean and safe workplace before, during and after assembly Identify problems with manufacturing or locate assembly defects when needed Ensure quality control in all built subassembly parts Assemble Bush Hog mower products Interpret a variety of blueprints for each product All other duties as assigned by Supervisor Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s): Knowledge and ability to read assembly sales orders and build to sales order specification Capable of performing standard measurements using geometric tools (Tape Measure) Basic math, writing and reading skills needed Must be able to be certified and able to operate a forklift Minimum dexterity required in order to operate the necessary tools used in assembly Must be able to work in different locations during different times of the day Ability to operate under pressure Ability to lift, push or pull 35 pounds alone and up to 50 pounds with assistance Required standing and/or walking for full shift required Frequent bending, stooping and lifting required Exercise good verbal and written communications skills Must be able to speak, hear and see to perform duties to communicate with team members Skilled to assemble on three or more lines at any given time Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED required 1+ years' experience as an Assembler I required Working Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Work in excess of 40 hours per week; as needed to meet production schedule. Working conditions include working in cramped spaces and stand approximately 10 hours per day. Will need to be able to stoop and reach around on a constant basis. The environment will be working in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing plant.