Assembler

A.T. Wall Company (Wall) is based in Warwick, RI and is a wholly owned subsidiary of ATW Companies. Wall's history dates back to 1886 when it was founded in Providence, RI as a supplier of metal findings to the Jewelry industry. A.T. Wall is a leading supplier of seamless cold-drawn specialty tubing, and a premier manufacturer of magazines for 1911 pistols under the Metalform brand. The company is an ISO 9001:2015 registered custom manufacturer. Our goal is to meet or exceed stakeholder expectations, especially for our customers in demanding markets such as Aerospace, Electronics, Telecommunications, Defense, Firearms and Medical industries. Today, Wall is uniquely positioned to serve the most exacting industrial and scientific requirements of the worldwide marketplace.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for all assembly and sizing of formed Magazine tubes and components (springs, followers, bases, etc.).

IDEAL EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of assembly work in a manufacturing environment and be able to understand and demonstrate the following:

• Proper use of Measuring Equipment (Vernier Calipers, Comparative measuring devices, etc.)
• Understanding of providing quality outputs that meet customer and company drawings.
• Properly prepare quality and process related documents (QAS sheets, PPH Rate sheets, etc.).
• Experience with the manufacturing of magazine and firearm components.

COMPETENCIES:

• Accountable for effective productivity.
• Works under the guidelines of all safety protocols and procedures.
• Provide cohesive support to a team-oriented unit.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and within the scope of any necessary documentation.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Follow communicated production plan daily.
• Communicate any discrepancies immediately that relate to damage of materials or equipment.
• Perform assembly functions that are specific to the Metalform magazine assembly process (Assemble Follower, filler, spring, base, or any related components into finished magazine tube).
• Correctly use all Quality approved measuring instruments (box gages, bullet gage, pull test device, etc.) as needed.
• Abide by all safety processes and protocols.
• Must be willing to understand and provide rework and alternative process changes directed by Engineering and Department Coordinator/Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be over 18 years old with high school education or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, verbally communicate, and comprehend English.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend much of the time in a manufacturing environment. All work time will be spent on the production floor where temperatures may be warm in the summer months and cool in the winter months when the noise level can be moderate. Employees are responsible for wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job.

• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to assemble small metal components with precision and accuracy.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to use hand tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment safely and effectively.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate production and quality records.