Senior Siren Assembler - First Shift at Federal Signal Corporation in University Park, Illinois

Job Description:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works from SMV specifications, drawings, wiring diagrams, and instructions.


• Plans and sets up work area, determining assembly method and procedures for assembling products.


• Fits, aligns, mounts, connects, solders and otherwise secures parts and auxiliary units accurately.


• Trains and instructs new and existing employees to work effectively within the department and instructs them in all facets of the work cell operation.


• Uses computer, fax, hand power tools, gauges, fixtures, measuring equipment, hand and power material handling equipment.


• Possesses ability to read and understand component assembly drawings and maintains flow of production and quality standards.


• Identifies opportunities for reducing set up time.


• Works with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to effect changes in tooling, design, and processes that will increase and improve throughput, minimize waste, and reduce inventory.


• Performs preventative maintenance (cleaning, oiling, inspecting, and minor adjustments) on equipment within the work cell.


• Responsible for and has authority to transmit (KanBan) releases to internal and external suppliers.


• Minimizes work cell inventory.


• Performs duties to identify and store materials, supplies, and components in work cell.


• Uses the computer to determine the latest component and/or assembly revision, order status, component cost, where used status, bin location, and other related data.


• Maintains department records as required.


• Makes operational test using a variety of equipment.


• Troubleshoots, repairs, or replaces parts and makes final adjustments to meet quality standards and specifications.


• Identifies defective or damaged (nonconforming) parts and materials.


• Participates in group meetings to discuss problems and/or proposed improvements.


• Rotates between various jobs within the department to facilitate cross training.


• Follows safety rules and keeps work area in a clean and orderly condition.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Work Experience:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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