Franklin Electric

The assembler will have a mix of duties including reading electrical schematics for the wiring of panels, cutting holes, and assembling electrical panels and boxes. The assembler will not only put these components together but will ultimately take part in the creation of our pump units to be distributed around the world.

Key Responsibilities

Comply with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements per the Franklin Electric Quality System.

Responsible for the reading and interpretation of electrical schematics

Use hand tools to cut, assemble, and piece together electrical boxes and panels

Troubleshoot and wire electrical wiring both high and low voltage depending on panel requirements

Responsible for the full assembly and testing of panels

Utilize lean manufacturing techniques to continuously improve the assembly and production process to hit required quality, throughput, and aesthetic standard set by Franklin Electric

Operates various workstations to complete assembly of scheduled parts.

Responsible for the flexing and bending of wire using both hands and tools

Responsible for the mounting, wiring, and some testing of assembled panels.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Skills and Abilities

Works with various hand and power tools such as drills, T-squares, hammers, lights, electrical tools, hydraulic/electric punchouts, jigsaws, sanders, screwdrivers, strippers, and crimpers.

Reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Read and lay out electrical schematics

Provides accurate work on a consistent basis meeting precise tolerances and standards.

Interpersonal skills sufficient to work closely with others on a team.

Ability to quickly perform basic math and measurements for the cutting and laying out of panels

Ability to assemble, wire, and produce various electrical products safely, accurately, and with proper aesthetic

Electrical/Mechanical Aptitude.

Must have an eye for detail and proper aesthetic, as the product will be displayed to customers

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred).

1-5 years of experience in panel shop assembly and test (required)

Experience reading electrical schematics (preferred)

Experience and aptitude using hand tools (required)

Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement (preferred)

Computer Skills

Electrical Schematic Readouts

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
• Continually required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 lbs, stand.
• Regularly required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs.; push or pull; walk.
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.; sit; ascend or descend ladders, stairs, or ramps; turn wrenches, valves, or handles; bend or twist; use upper extremities; reach above shoulders; reach to full extension.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include regular peripheral viewing; viewing length changes; close viewing with depth perception; and occasional distance viewing.
• Specific hearing abilities required by this job include the need to perceive the spoken voice clearly and the need to hear warning signals up to 70dbs with or without assistance.
• Specific speech abilities regularly required by this job include comprehensible speech.

The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This job consists of shift work up to 8 hours per day and may be required to work overtime as needed.