Pipefitter at Armstrong International in Three Rivers, Michigan

Job Description:

Description

At Armstrong, our old-fashioned values and integrity meet modern-day challenges in developing intelligent system solutions. We are a family-oriented company that offers excellent work/life balance, competitive wages, and fun employee activities, and we don't require our employees to work overtime. However, overtime is available in most departments. Armstrong has not had a layoff in over 70 years and our employees are treated like family.


The pipefitter is responsible for constructing hot water generation packages and components, conducting tests, painting assemblies, performing repairs, assessing, and packaging various other manufactured goods.



Key Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints, schematics, or similar documentation, then builds to those specifications.
• Verifies information on production orders and prepare items for assembly
• One to two years plumbing experience would be preferred but not required.
• Determines method of assembly by utilizing knowledge of assembly routings and procedures
• Understanding of basic power tools
• Proper use of testing equipment
• Appropriate gaging knowledge
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• SPC quality system awareness
• Compares identifying information, counts, weights, and verifies data against bills of materials
• Organizes and keeps work area clean
• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills
• Uses various machines and hand tools to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Maintains equipment and conveyors and performs basic repairs when needed.
• Inventories tools, parts, and supplies; contacts materials handler if supplies are needed.
• Periodically checks products per company policy to ensure quality and uniform completion; resolves any identified
problems and alerts supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.



Key Requirements

• Knowledge of soldering, experience preferred
• Knowledge of and training in ISO9001:2015 a plus
• Current forklift license preferred
• Good communication skills
• Detail-oriented and consistent.
• Works well as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to properly maintain and perform basic repairs on equipment.
• Basic ability in mathematics, reading, or writing.



Education Level

High School or equivalent



Experience Level

2 years



Benefits

• Health/Prescription Coverage
• FSA or HSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Company-match 401(k) Plan
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Holidays
*All benefits start on date of hire



Physical Requirements

• Repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, reaching.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Consistently lift 5-20 pounds (occasionally up to 50 lbs.)
• Must have manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Physical and Mental stamina to stand, walk, lift, and adjust to the noise and lighting of the
manufacturing environment.
• Must pass a pre-employee physical and drug screen.