General Production (Assembly) - 1st Shift 7am-3:30pm

1st Shift General Production Assembler (Monday - Friday 7:00-3:30pm) needed in our state-of-the-art environmentally controlled, very clean facility in South Bend, IN. The General Production employee is responsible for the assembly of product throughout the production area while adhering to the product quality and product delivery guidelines. $1000 Sign-On Bonus Benefits • Medical • Free Dental * • Free Vision * • Company Paid Life Insurance • Paid Vacation Time • Paid Sick Time • Flex Schedule Options • 401(k) plus Company Match • Referral Program Cash Opportunities • Employee Assistance Program • Free dental and vision insurance for employees only. Dependents can be added, but a premium will apply. ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other Duties May Be Assigned.) • Value-Add (assemble) connectors per the work order and work instructions. • Read, understand and follow work orders, specifications and “special” instructions as outlined on the work orders. • Read, understand and complete all production department documentation and work instructions to the PEI-Genesis, ISO9001 and AS9100 standard. • Use of equipment or machinery used in the value-add process. Equipment may require some basic computer skills. • Complete work orders within the PEI Facility Promise Dates and ensure that the production department is completely free from delinquent orders at the end of the day. • Maintain a clean and orderly work area. • May be responsible for the review and disposition of identified non-conforming material; based on use of defined workmanship standards, guidelines and direction provided from the Manufacturers, or direction provided by members of Management. • Ability to use and interpret measurement equipment such as gauges, micrometers, or calipers. • Pull needed supplies from KanBan shelves. • All other duties as assigned Qualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (Needed/desired for this Position) • High School Diploma or GED Preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. • Communication skills; Ability to communicate with peers, superiors, and management. • Cross trained for all areas of production. • Ability to fluctuate schedule as deemed necessary by management or as the work load requires. • Willingness to obtain knowledge of product and process. • Ability to follow directives as set forth by superiors and/or management. • Good hand/eye coordination. • Ability to pay close attention to detail. • Must be a team player. TECHNICAL and/or MANAGERIAL JOB COMPETENCIES – (Specific Job Proficiencies and Skills) • Demonstrate excellent manual dexterity in the assembly of small components with or without the assistance of equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Manual lifting up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 70 lbs. on occasion (with assistance). • Repetitive detailed work with hands for 8+ hours of the day. • Must have range of motion to push/pull lever up/down with moderate force • Ability to sit or stand for up to 8+ hours. • Be able to reach overhead with or without the aid of a ladder or step stool. • Ability to Grip/Grasp at least 8 hours of the day. WORK ENVIRONMENT • Climate controlled • Well lit • Chairs and/or mats at work stations • Some use of approved chemicals PEI Genesis is an EEO employer/Vets/Disabled.