Assembly Technician I

Position Title: Assembly Technician I, NCC Automated Solutions 

Location: Souderton, Pennsylvania 

Reports to: Assembly Supervisor, NCC Automated Solutions 

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We’re looking for people like us.  

People who love to innovate.  

People who thrive on challenge.  

People who love to create and own.

Sound like you? 

Take your place among the best in the business and grow your career with NCC, and ATS Company. Join an environment where a passion for innovation combines with an uncompromised commitment to quality. 

About ATS NCC: 

NCC Automated Systems is a Full-Service Automation Systems Integrator with over 30 years of experience. Since 1986, NCC has successfully helped food processing, consumer packaged goods and OEM machine builders streamline and optimize their production with its system knowledge and industry experience with sanitary conveying equipment. NCC proudly manufactures in the U.S., in addition to integrating some of the world’s best automation equipment solutions, we also offer in house mechanical and electrical design and manufacturing.   

NCC merged with ATS Automation in September 2021. ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world’s most successful companies. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 6,000 people at 50 manufacturing facilities and over 75 offices in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and China. Our unique track record of innovation and passion for excellence sets us apart as the world’s leader in automation.  This comes from years of experience in helping many of the world’s most successful manufacturers with their new product launches, capacity expansions, and productivity improvement initiatives.  

Position Overview:
The Assembly Technician Level 1 is a vital member of our Manufacturing Team, responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining high-quality mechanical and electrical systems. This role requires excellent communication skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

MAJOR DUTIES: 

The Assemble Technician I is responsible for are as follows:

• Assembly and Installation: Perform assembly and installation of timing belts, AC and DC drive cartridges, slider beds, bearings, shaft coverings, drive cartridges, motors, hardware, and various conveyor components 
• Sub-Assemblies: Build roller chain sub-assemblies including sprocket assembly, drive box, sleds, lubrication kits, and end cap assembly.
• Testing and Validation: Assess and tension accumulation chains, test run and validate conveyors prior to completion 
• Flex Move and Pneumatics: Work with Flex Move conveyors, run pneumatic air lines, and perform basic manifold plumbing .
• Non-Build Functions: Perform daily 5S and cleaning activities, understand KPIs, scrap procedures, standard operating procedures, ATS LMS sessions, navigate IMPACT files, and perform final quality inspection processes .
• Safety and Equipment Operation: Operate various tools and equipment including tape measure, level gauge, saw horse, tiger saw, basic hand tools, power tools, manual arbor press, genie, and test DC conveyor in SAC testing station 
• Basic Computer Literacy: Utilize basic computer literacy skills including email, Teams, shop floor GUI, and workforce

Key Result Areas:

• Maintain or beat project budgets 
• Maintain or beat project schedules 
• Foster a positive team-based culture within the department 
• Ensure high-quality mechanical and electrical assemblies and systems are completed on time 

Job Requirements:

• Fundamental mechanical aptitude.
• Basic electrical wiring skills (DC and AC) 
• Ability to comprehend electrical schematics 
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office products and computer skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Valid PA Driver’s License 
• Manual dexterity and ability to lift 50 lbs 
• Positive attitude and collaborative spirit 
• Flexibility and teamwork in a project-based environment

Safety

• Ensure all applicable regulatory standards are met regarding loss prevention, accident investigation, OSHA compliance. 
• Works with team members to actively improve the safety of the plant.
• Ensures that the workshop area is clean, organized, and free of dangerous or hazardous material.
• Ensure safety action items are completed accurately and in time.

Continuous Improvement

• Participates in CI initiatives and activities. (5S events, Kaizen events, weekly CIP meetings, Root Cause Investigations, and improvement projects)
• Work with team members to provide input to improve process and workspaces.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Experience working in a project-oriented environment.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Good time management. 
• Attention to detail.
• 3+ years working in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years Microsoft Office
• 1+ years working in ERP system.
• Strong communication skills
• 1+ years working with inventory / material handling.
• Strong organizational skills, including record keeping utilizing Excel

Equal Employment Opportunity:
NCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Visa Sponsorship:
Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Reporting:
This position reports directly to the Assembly Team Leader