Assembler I
Dexter Magnetic Technologies
Summary
The Assembler I is responsible for magnetizing, demagnetizing, and assembling a range of products, from simple to complex, with minimal supervision. The role involves expert knowledge in using and maintaining magnetizing, demagnetizing, and marking equipment, as well as providing guidance to other assemblers. This position ensures adherence to detailed instructions, quality standards, and safety protocols while contributing to process improvement initiatives.
Job description
Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position
The Assembler I is responsible for magnetizing, demagnetizing, and assembling a range of products, from simple to complex, with minimal supervision. The role involves expert knowledge in using and maintaining magnetizing, demagnetizing, and marking equipment, as well as providing guidance to other assemblers. This position ensures adherence to detailed instructions, quality standards, and safety protocols while contributing to process improvement initiatives.
Major Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain magnetizing, demagnetizing, and marking equipment.
- Assemble intricate magnet components in accordance with blueprints, work instructions, and established quality standards.
- Train and assist other assemblers with equipment operation and assembly techniques, providing initial approval and limited supervision as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company quality, customer, and safety requirements.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to support process improvements and operational efficiency.
- Accurately record production tracking information on work orders and maintain computerized records.
- Collaborate with assembly team members on complex products and larger projects.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Adapt to changing product requirements, priorities, and production deadlines while maintaining quality and responsiveness.
- Provide technical support and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in product assembly or following precise processes.
Successful Essential Skills
- Strong communication and listening skills.
- Proficient in reading and understanding QMS Systems and work instructions.
- Exceptional attention to detail and adherence to standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 1 years of experience in product assembly or following precise processes
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Proficient in reading and understanding QMS Systems and work instructions
- Exceptional attention to detail and adherence to standards
Benefits
- Medical/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life/AD&D
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life/AD&D
- 401(k) with Company match
- Tuition assistance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Company overview
Dexter Magnetic Technologies, founded in 1951, is a leading manufacturer of magnetic products and solutions serving diverse industries including medical equipment, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing. The company specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing complex magnetic circuits, permanent magnets, magnetic assemblies, and electromagnetic systems. With headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Dexter operates as a comprehensive magnetic solutions provider offering customized soft magnetic components and accessories such as ferrite cores, powder cores, amorphous cores, bobbins, and thermistors. The company's medical division is particularly notable for its LifeSep® biomagnetic separation technology, which provides rapid and reliable magnetic bead separation solutions for biotech, life science, and pharmaceutical applications. Dexter's expertise extends to rare earth magnets including NdFeB and Samarium Cobalt, with a focus on DFARS-compliant supply chains for critical defense and medical applications. As part of the Permag family of brands and owned by TSL Engineered Products, the company maintains a strong engineering focus with extensive capabilities in magnetic material selection, assembly design, and program management for high-reliability applications.