The posting
Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.
Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Assembler. This position reports to Production Supervisor and will work in Stuart/Port St Lucie.
About the position
As a Assembler in the Stuart/Port St Lucie team, you will be involved in providing internal and external customers with quality products by working as a team player in a Lean Manufacturing environment. Assemblers will be required to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and prints; assemble parts per instructions; check for correct fit and functions; operate test equipment; and document actions by completing quality and production forms.
Your main responsibilities
- Assembly duties must be performed timely and accurately, in a safe manner that achieves department productivity, quality, and cost targets, all while maintaining good housekeeping using the principles of 5S
- Assemble electronic wire harnesses and assembly units using CAD drawings and work instructions
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality system
- Strive to develop and implement continuous improvement into all product, process, or quality systems
- Ability to complete all stages of the manufacturing process including accurately counting, measuring, assembling, and testing, as well as reading and understanding work instructions and drawings
- Assist in maintaining the security of company property
- Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards
- Use hand tools, including wire crimpers, measuring tools, and drills to build assembly units
- Document work performed using ERP system
- Assemblers may be required to perform preventive maintenance and notify maintenance and/or supervisor of major issues.
- Assemblers will be expected to resolve minor assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications
- Other duties as assigned
What do we offer?
You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
- 401 (k) with company match
- PTO
- Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Tuition assistance
- Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
- Employee discounts on our incredible products
- Opportunities to make an impact
A suitable background would be a solid experience within assembly and manufacturing – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
- Practical work experience in related discipline or post-secondary education
- Able to meet department KPI standards (productivity, quality, cost, and safety)
- Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of product, process, or quality system nonconformance
- Willingness to take ownership of manufacturing processes
- Electrical knowledge with strong mechanical aptitude
- Must be able to read schematics, CAD drawings, work instructions for assembly
- Good understanding of quality control principles
- Experience with use of hand tools including wire cutters, crimpers and drills.
- Frequently lift up to 10 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds
- Involves frequent standing and walking
- Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety
- Computer experience helpful
- Ability to perform basic math skills and measurements
- Available to work overtime, including weekends as required, which may be for extended periods
- Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area using the principles of 5S
Preferred Skills:
- Troubleshooting of electronic assemblies
- Ability to suggest and implement cost-saving ideas
- Computer, analytical experience
- Practical work experience operating forklifts, hand jacks and other similar warehouse equipment helpful
To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivated, energetic, forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards
- Strong communication skills
- Maintain positive work environment
- Strong organizational skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines both independently and within a cross-functional team environment
- Ability to be flexible with changing workload
- Be reliable and dependable for the schedule assigned
Dometic's Core Values
To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.
Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
