An Assembly Technician is a professional who plays a crucial role in manufacturing and production processes. They are responsible for assembling and constructing various components and products. In this blog post, we will explore the primary responsibilities and the most in-demand hard and soft skills for Assembly Technicians.

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Main Responsibilities of an Assembly Technician

The following list describes the typical responsibilities of an Assembly Technician:

Abide by

Abide by the plant's protocols and material handling procedures.

Adhere to

• Adhere to customer specs and client assembly specs.

• Adhere to manufacturing standards and specifications.

Assemble

• Assemble commercial food equipment.

• Assemble components and parts to build products.

• Assemble hardware and install and configure software and drivers.

• Assemble kits into finished assemblies.

• Assemble motor components per standard work, ensuring the highest quality possible.

• Assemble parts and sub assemblies to final products.

• Assemble parts from sub-components.

• Assemble products & prototypes using hand tools.

Assembler

Assembler and Service Technician- Part Time.

Assemble

• Assemble, repair, rework and / or troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical assemblies.

• Assemble components and parts for all system level products in a timely manner.

• Assemble components at a pace consistent with the rate of the assembly line.

• Assemble tools and tooling components as directed by drawings and assembly procedures.

Assess

Assess priorities to determine what is urgently needed.

Assist in

• Assist in execution of test procedures, laboratory processes and part evaluation.

• Assist in heavy equipment rigging, crane and forklift operations.

• Assist in the final assembly of the products.

• Assist Sales and Purchasing in training customers and suppliers on assemblies during visits.

• Assist site leadership with ordering / maintaining wheel assembly supplies.

• Assist site leadership with program reporting requirements.

• Assist the Production Supervisor / Lead Person in achieving scheduling requirements.

• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the facility.

Attend

• Attend and complete training programs as requested.

• Attend and participate in team meetings.

Bend

Bend and install conduit / gutter and electrical accessories in accordance with engineering drawings.

Build

• Build complex cable harnesses.

• Build computer hardware per specs provided.

Certain

Certain restrictions and metrics must be met to qualify.

Certified

• Certified to all Accessories and 2 assembly stations of any cell.

• Certified to a minimum of 4 assembly Arm stations and testing.

Check

Check material and product for defects and correct dimensions.

Clean

• Clean and organize the work area before leaving for a day.

• Clean devices and chargers and set into inlays and packaging.

• Clean machines and immediate work areas.

Collaborate with

• Collaborate with engineers and designers to optimize assembly processes.

• Collaborate with our C2Mi encapsulation and assembly partner.

• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets.

Communicate

• Communicate and coordinate with suppliers for component procurement.

• Communicate time off requests to your Lead, allowing time for planning.

Complete

• Complete all documentation needed for quality compliance.

• Complete machine builds within a defined time frame and with a high level of quality.

• Complete machine production log sheets, relocation log sheets, and computer entries.

• Complete production / quality related documentation.

Conduct

• Conduct final inspections before product packaging and shipment.

• Conduct quality inspections on products and parts.

Contribute

• Contribute to product design and manufacturability improvements.

• Contribute to the development of assembly work instructions.

Co-operate

Co-Operate with store and staff.

Coordinate

• Coordinate and perform mechanical assembly procedures for G2V's line of products.

• Coordinate and works with other employees to diagnose and troubleshoot assembly product issues.

• Coordinate with other departments to fulfill customer orders.

• Coordinate with production planner to ensure the accuracy and delivery of planned production orders.

Delegate

Delegate tasks to other assemblers to correct errors and complete required documentation.

Determine

Determine causes of operating errors by gathering and analyzing information.

Disassemble

Disassemble parts and equipment to standard operating procedures.

Document

• Document inspection results clearly.

• Document the operations performed.

Enforce

Enforce proper quarantine and release protocols.

Ensure

• Ensure all safety measures are complied with to protect themselves and others.

• Ensure compliance to all local and national occupational safety standards while performing task.

• Ensure compliance to assigned budgets provided by Supervisor-Manufacturing / Assembly.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with Safety and ESD standards.

• Ensure on-time and accurate delivery of products.

• Ensure pre and post assembly are completed as necessary.

• Ensure products are packaged appropriately for safe shipment to the customer.

• Ensure quality specifications are met.

Establish

Establish work control systems to ensure standards of performance, quality, cost and safety are met.

Exchange

Exchange furniture and help make showroom changes.

Expedite

• Expedite material as required.

• Expedite orders through welding as required.

Fabricate

Fabricate custom production fixtures and equipment.

Follow

• Follow all rules, regulations and work processes set forth by the company.

• Follow all safety requirements.

• Follow all safety rules and guidelines.

• Follow all safety training and SOP's relative to wheel assembly program.

• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes, policies and procedures.

• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.

• Follow scheduling priorities to optimize productivity and efficiency in the assembly area.

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for assembly tasks.

• Follow standards and documented procedures at all times.

• Follow the standardized work instructions while performing the job.

Generate

• Generate stock labels on computer.

• Generate test reports and record data in a neat and timely fashion.

Hand

Hand solder through-hole and SMT parts.

Help

Help install, qualify, and maintain cell assembly, QC test equipment, WIP storage systems.

Identify

• Identify and communicate non-conformities or quality problems.

• Identify and resolve assembly issues or discrepancies.

• Identify continuous improvement opportunities verbally / in writing.

• Identify defects in hardware, details and assemblies.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

• Identify part numbers to verify accuracy of kits.

Implement

Implement quality control measures during the assembly process.

Initiate

Initiate corrective actions to get NCRs resolved and get material back into production.

Inspect

• Inspect all parts for damage and quality / accuracy.

• Inspect and test assembled products for quality and functionality.

• Inspect finished products for defects.

Install

Install / replace brackets, and labels.

Keep

• Keep clean and tidy workstation, storing tools when not in use.

• Keep the warehouse and service truck(s) clean and orderly.

• Keep updated on all changes / modifications to Mobile Video Guard equipment.

Learn

• Learn & teach new team members.

• Learn to operate a bucket truck.

Maintain

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

• Maintain a clean and tidy workplace.

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Maintain a high level of productivity.

• Maintain a log of all bikes that need to be repaired and are repaired.

• Maintain and clean assigned work area.

• Maintain an organized and tidy work environment.

• Maintain a safe and clean environment at all times.

• Maintain a safe working environment.

• Maintain clean and safe working environment.

• Maintain cleanliness and 5's system.

• Maintain equipment and perform preventive maintenance when required.

• Maintain good housekeeping standards.

• Maintain Inventory records and communicate with Operations team members.

• Maintain necessary U.L. & other quality control files.

• Maintain proper counts and complete labor cards correctly.

• Maintain records of assembly processes and completed products.

• Maintain schedule and tasks despite interruptions.

• Maintain the accuracy of identification and count of point-of-use materials.

• Maintain the integrity of the electrical / electronic assembly tools.

• Maintain the tooling cabinet, keep the supplies in check.

• Maintain work environment to 5S standards.

Manage

Manage their time to effectively handling all requirements of the Clients and the organization.

Meet

Meet daily production goals and adhere to quality standards.

Mix

Mix and use various adhesives per Engineered routing / customer specification(s).

Monitor

• Monitor and maintain the availability of assembly materials.

• Monitor and report production progress and challenges.

Move

Move / load metal components to machine hopper.

Operate

• Operate all wheel assembly equipment in safe manner.

• Operate hand drills and other tools to fabricated molds for production.

• Operate machines and makes basic machine repairs and pre-checks.

• Operate various hand tools and power tools.

Participate in

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in the establishment and execution of routine calibration protocols.

Perform

• Perform 100% visual inspection of assemblies.

• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.

• Perform assembly of board and system-level product, including press-fits.

• Perform a variety of complicated technical and non-technical tasks.

• Perform a variety of repetitive operations to make subassemblies per the manufacturing procedures.

• Perform daily procedure checks to ensure product is being produced correctly and efficiently.

• Perform general assembly operations on sub-assemblies and the final product.

• Perform general assembly per instructions or specifications.

• Perform general housekeeping during machine downtime.

• Perform maintenance task as assigned.

• Perform minimal tool preventive maintenance.

• Perform preparation work such as line clearance and changeover.

• Perform routine maintenance on assembly equipment.

• Perform simple repairs on own or other's work.

• Perform visual inspection on component parts and assemblies against quality standards.

• Perform work in accordance with quality and engineering standards.

• Perform written and verbal tasks.

Prioritize

• Prioritize and handle materials to ensure on-time-delivery to the customer per requirements.

• Prioritize and schedule assembly operations to ensure on-time delivery per requirements.

Produce

Produce accurate data logging and stop, call and wait if measurements are out of specification.

Promote

• Promote a positive team atmosphere with co-workers and subordinates.

• Promote teamwork within the department by helping others and having a positive attitude.

Provide

• Provide in-home assembly services to customers for an office supply retailer.

• Provide quality installation and balancing of wheel and tire assemblies.

Pull

Pull / move component parts from and to inventory.

Read

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and instructions.

• Read work orders, follow production drawings.

Real

Real opportunities for growth, development and career progression.

Record

Record quality data in computer systems.

Reject

Reject frames / mats that do not meet quality specifications, following internal recut procedures.

Report

• Report all issues and inconsistencies.

• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to supervisor.

Review

Review drawing packages and highlight issues prior to performing the build.

Rework

• Rework, adjust and repair units as necessary.

• Rework and / or repair assembled devices and products according to engineering specification changes.

• Rework and / or repair assembled products according to engineering specification changes.

Rotate

Rotate through tasks for specific production processes.

Seal

Seal covered mattress, labeling and applicable documentation into plastic packaging.

Secure

Secure frames / mats in shipping cartons and adhere proper shipping documents to packages.

Select

• Select and follows / uses assembly procedures.

• Select proper materials from the warehouse to complete standard work.

Set-up

Set-up Mold line with required material per supervision or schedule.

Specify

Specify and procure tools and instrumentation as required.

Stay updated on

Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in assembly techniques.

Store

Store mats / frames in storage racks utilizing an RF scan gun.

Support

• Support in periodic cycle counts.

• Support prototype assembly and testing activities.

• Support the various tests of final assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Terminate

Terminate wiring as part of installing a single-phase and three-phase components.

Train

Train and mentor new assembly team members.

Troubleshoot

Troubleshoot and repair assembly defects or malfunctions.

Understand

• Understand and meet daily goals and project schedules.

• Understand the complete scope of assembly operations on a particular station(s).

Update

Update inventory records and stock replenishment.

Uphold

Uphold the quality policies of the company.

Use

• Use designated inspection equipment.

• Use inventory management scanners and participate in inventory.

• Use measuring instruments to ensure accuracy and precision.

• Use Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) 's for materials and operations not in compliance.

• Use of hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, box cutters and power tools (air drivers.

• Use word processing and spreadsheet software for documentation.

Verify

• Verify all operations have been completed as specified on the documents.

• Verify and distribute parts in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.

• Verify records and documentation of product.

Work with

• Work closely with Assembly Team members to complete daily requirements.

• Work closely with Supervisor-Manufacturing / Assembly, in reviewing / release of drawings.

• Work closely with team members for accuracy and completion of production order in a timely manner.

• Work under general direction of a supervisor.

• Work with a variety of hand and power tools.

• Work within a team to assemble entire products and / or components.

• Work with others collaboratively.

Wrap

Wrap mattress with a protective covering and sew ends of covering.

Write

Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) is required.

Most In-demand Hard Skills

The following list describes the most required technical skills of an Assembly Technician:

1. Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

2. Knowledge of assembly techniques and processes.

3. Familiarity with hand tools and power tools.

4. Understanding of measurement instruments and their usage.

5. Knowledge of quality control procedures and inspections.

6. Ability to troubleshoot assembly issues and perform repairs.

7. Experience with operating assembly equipment.

8. Familiarity with manufacturing standards and specifications.

9. Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.

10. Understanding of inventory management principles.

11. Proficiency in using computerized systems for data entry and tracking.

12. Experience with prototype assembly and testing.

13. Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately.

14. Knowledge of production planning and scheduling.

15. Familiarity with packaging and labeling requirements.

16. Understanding of quality assurance and control practices.

17. Proficiency in using assembly software and tools.

18. Knowledge of regulatory and compliance guidelines.

19. Experience with material procurement and coordination with suppliers.

20. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

Most In-demand Soft Skills

The following list describes the most required soft skills of an Assembly Technician:

1. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

2. Effective communication and teamwork skills.

3. Time management and organizational abilities.

4. Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

5. Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

6. Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

7. Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

8. Commitment to safety and quality standards.

9. Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

10. Reliable and responsible work ethic.

Conclusion

By possessing these skills and fulfilling their responsibilities effectively, Assembly Technicians contribute to the smooth operation of manufacturing processes and ensure the production of high-quality products.