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Grade 9 mechanical assembler (2nd shift)

Northampton
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Assembler
Posted: 13 August
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of security.

Job Title: Grade 9 Mechanical Assembler 2nd Shift

Job Code: 22835

Job Location: Northampton, MA – (Responsibilities must be performed on-site.)

Job Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule – (Every other Friday is a non-workday.)

Job Description:

Effectively assemble optical & mechanical units to deliver output that is aligned with company quality, delivery and cost goals in order to meet customer expectations and contractual requirements. The purpose of the Optical/Mechanical Assembler is to assemble high quality electrical and optical parts under the guidelines established by standard operating procedures and supervisory personnel.

The job requires constant concentration SPECIAL TRAINING NEEDED. This position requires a very detail-oriented individual that can maintain daily build rates that are based on the monthly schedule.

Essential Functions:

* Interpret blueprint instructions, operation sheets and computerized directions into specific building requirements and action

* Assemble optical and mechanical units to required tolerances and requirements

* Conduct hydraulic & pneumatic pressure tests and vacuum & dew point tests to determine integrity of pressure boundaries and establish acceptable dew points

* Properly set up and operate machining equipment including drill press, bench lathe, engraving machine and milling machine

* Conduct complex cleaning duties directly related to output quality.

* Comply with KEO rules and requirements including 5S responsibilities applicable to the cleaning, operation and maintenance of all equipment and areas including personal
working area and common area, ensuring the safety of oneself and others.

* Comply with the company rules and requirements regarding the proper use of Personal

* Protection Equipment (PPE) and quality safety processes designed to protect all associates working within or near the assembly floor.

* Correctly operate various types of cranes (Jib, side-pull, overhead.) to carefully move material and products through assembly and test phases of manufacture.

* Perform general housekeeping activities.

* Identify and follow all production processes.

* Assemble, align, and collimate to tolerances below 2 seconds for optical and below .0002" for mechanical.

* Set up and operate engraving machines, drill press, milling machine and bench lathe to a tolerance of .002”.

* Responsible for own work including set up.

* Distinguish quality defects and bring to the attention of supervisor or group leader.

* Execute assembly actions and requirements based on minimal or no instructions.

* Create and validate instructions where none exist. Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to create.

* Work with engineering to devise special tooling or fixtures to facilitate work.

* Final clean the more complicated assemblies or instruments.



Job Qualification Requirements:

* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

* Completed vocational track in mechanical assembly or applicable track.

* 3-5 years experience in general mechanical assembly or auto mechanic assembly.

* Ability to read and understand blueprints, operation data sheets & computerized instructions.

* Checks the work of others as required.

* Perform assembly and bonding of all types of wired heated head windows.

* US with the ability to obtain a government security clearance.



Additional Skills:

* Soft skills (I.E., Strong communication…)

* Proficient in MS Office

* Knowledge (basic) of SAP

* Glass/Lens handling

* Mechanical Problem Solving



L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to, ,, ,, ancestry,, (including, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions),, expression,, marital status, veteran status,, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .

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