I do my best to have the next day planned out before I leave. First thing I do in the morning is assess the workflow in my area and delegate tasks to my team members to be completed. I am always thinking 2-3 steps ahead to ensure smooth flow of materials and manpower.
CAREER
Team Assemblers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$36,590
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
0% (little or no change)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Team Assemblers Do
Work as part of a team having responsibility for assembling an entire product or component of a product. Team assemblers can perform all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and rotate through all or most of them, rather than being assigned to a specific task on a permanent basis. May participate in making management decisions affecting the work. Includes team leaders who work as part of the team.
Other Job Titles Team Assemblers May Have
Assembler, Assembly Line Machine Operator, Assembly Line Worker, Assembly Technician
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Perform quality checks on products and parts.
- Review work orders and blueprints to ensure work is performed according to specifications.
- Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process.
- Determine work assignments and procedures.
- Supervise assemblers and train employees on job procedures.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Team Assemblers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (81%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Bachelor's degree
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Soft skills are very important in my current position. Being able to read peoples emotions and adjust my own to get the outcome I want from the situation.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
Middle School Students
My first experience with welding was as an 8th grader in Agriculture class. Take vocational welding in High School.
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