Description
Build and modify products or subassemblies by following blueprints and work instructions; install components, perform basic fabrication, and conduct quality checks to meet specifications.
- • Inspect and test assemblies for quality, fit, and function; record results.
- • Assemble products, subassemblies, or support structures and install components using hand and power tools, fasteners, and basic soldering as required.
- • Adjust, repair, or replace components to correct defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
- • Clean parts and work areas using approved solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
- • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials and assembly instructions.
- • Mark and tag components and finished goods for identification and inventory control.
- • Position, align, and secure parts to facilitate assembly.
- • Pack finished assemblies for shipment and move them to storage using hoists or hand trucks.
- • Confer with supervisors, engineers, or team leads to plan work or resolve production issues.
- • Explain or demonstrate assembly procedures or techniques to coworkers.
- • Measure and adjust dimensions, torque, or settings to specified values to verify operational accuracy.
- • Fabricate, cut, or form parts according to specifications using drills, calipers, cutters, saws, or presses.
- • Drill or tap holes in specified locations to mount components or provide openings.
- • Complete and maintain production, time, quality, or scrap reports.
- • Provide basic installation, setup, or maintenance guidance to customers or end users when required.
- • Distribute materials, supplies, or subassemblies to workstations.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
