Production Assembler I at RIX INDUSTRIES – Sparks, Nevada

Responsibilities

• Provide quality, on time assembly of compressors, generators, and associated parts and pieces. Assemble compressors and/or their subassemblies, according to customer’s needs, following blueprints and other written and verbal specifications.
• Overhaul and repair used compressors or components as required to meet customer needs.
• To control the manufacturing expenses of the plant through the proper use of all supplies and equipment and the meeting of all labor standards.
• Provide packaging as required for products prior to shipping.
• Notify supervisor of adequate levels of supplies and tools for completion of assigned production.
• To ensure effective communication within the department and with all company functions.
• Adhere to all safety policies and practices.
• Maintain the plant facilities and equipment as directed. Misc. duties may include painting, general cleaning and basic building maintenance.
• Participate in cross training within the Production Department.
• Set up and test-run of completed machine through fixed test cycles. Independently set up and test for noise and vibration using test equipment. Overhauls and rebuilds machines and equipment.
• Perform all other duties in the best interest of the company or as directed by the Production Supervisor and Plant Manager.
• All Other Duties as Assigned
• Production Assembler 2 Responsibilities: Along with all responsibilities above
• Regulate workload with planning if necessary, back up supervisors in maintaining workload
• Provide adequate information of scheduling accuracy while working with planning to complete and finish work orders in a timely manner
• Perform functions on CSI relating to inventory issues, and/or closing out jobs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree from technical school or equivalent combination of education and work experience. One year experience as a mechanical assembler or mechanic in any related field.
• Ability to read and understand structural drawing, schematics and operating manuals.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to perform calculations such as percentages, ratios and fractions.
• Ability to learn basic computer skills and ability to adapt to a variety of software applications.
• Ability to understand the use and application of air and gas compressors and generators and basic manufacturing tooling and equipment.
• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information both orally and in writing.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. May require the ability to obtain DOD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advance course work in any Mechanical assembly discipline. Specific experience in the manufacture of air and gas compressors and generators.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position is regularly exposed to the following conditions:

• Manufacturing, warehouse and office environments
• While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating procedures.
• May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.

Must have the following physical abilities:

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or printers.

Equal Opportunity

RIX Industries is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with RIX Industries, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

RIX Industries is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of hydrogen and gas generation systems, precision compression solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies. Company innovation extends to newer technologies with universal impact, including pioneering hydrogen-on-demand systems for critical infrastructure initiatives worldwide. We take our ‘focused on the future’ mantra seriously – whether we’re supporting lifesaving oxygen generation strategies for remote medical facilities, solving complex applications featuring industrial gases, providing mission critical technologies for our military, or engineering clean power solutions for land and sea. Infrastructure is at the forefront of our vision, and we’re poised to play a critical role in shifting the world to cleaner, safer, better ways of living and conducting business. At RIX, every employee is an integral part of this big picture.