ASSEMBLER III (Senior) Department: Assembly Reports To: Assembly Supervisor Job Summary: The Assembler III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for complex and advanced assembly work, process improvement, and technical mentorship. This role helps balance line stations to maintain consistent takt time and serves as a subject-matter expert supporting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. Accountable For: ● Successful build outcomes on complex builds and product variants run through the standard line ● Mentorship and skill progression of Assembler I and II staff ● Contribution to process improvement and build documentation quality Key Responsibilities: ● Perform complex mechanical assembly across multiple product lines ● Lead new product introduction and prototype builds, translating them into standard work once proven ● Identify and resolve non-routine assembly and fitment issues ● Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on build improvements ● Review work for accuracy and adherence to standards ● Mentor and support Assembler I and II employees ● Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement efforts Level Criteria: ● Can lead a new product or prototype build and translate it into standard work for the line, with minimal engineering support ● Is sought out by peers and supervisors as the go-to resource for non-routine issues ● Can identify a line bottleneck and propose a station rebalance to restore takt time ● Has actively mentored at least one Assembler I or II toward promotion Core Competencies: ● Advanced Mechanical Assembly ● Technical Problem Solving ● Process Improvement ● Quality Leadership ● Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing ● Cross-Functional Collaboration Standards of Behavior: ● Models safe behavior and reinforces it for others, not just self ● Takes ownership of quality across the build, not just assigned tasks, and coaches others to do the same ● Adapts quickly to new products, tools, or process changes and helps others adjust ● Escalates issues promptly through the established process Required Qualifications: ● High school diploma or equivalent ● 4–7+ years of progressive assembly experience ● Advanced ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications ● Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex build issues Desired Qualifications: ● Prototype or new product introduction (NPI) experience ● Experience contributing to manufacturing process improvements ● Prior informal leadership or mentoring experience Physical Requirements: ● Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. ● Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks. ● Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds. ● Ability to safely operate hand and power tools. ● Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while using required PPE. Compensation The base pay range for this role is $24 – $28 per hour.