Brake Builder
Company: Dexter Axle
Location: Albion
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Dexter, a premier manufacturer and distributor of axles,
suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts and
accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer,
RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing
markets, has an opportunity for a Brake Builder at our
manufacturing facility located in Albion, Indiana.Dexter,
headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, employs over 3,800 people in the
U.S. and Canada, operates 20 manufacturing facilities, and
distributes trailer parts and accessories through over 30
company-owned distribution locations. Dexter has achieved its many
years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior
quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
Dexter is a wholly owned subsidiary of DexKo Global, Inc.Founded in
1960 by Leonard Dexter, Dexter is recognized as a progressive
industry leader providing quality products manufactured in the U.S.
and Canada, employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding
equipment, and automated machining processes. Through company-owned
distribution, Dexter excels in providing customers with the best in
value by delivering the trailer parts you need when you need them.
With over?30 warehouses nationwide and thousands of trailer parts
in stock, we help our customers get the job done quickly and
correctly.For more information about our company, access Dexter's
web site at www.dexteraxle.com.Dexter offers a competitive salary
and comprehensive benefits. Dexter's benefits package includes
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) Plan
with company contributions.This position reports directly to the
Production Supervisor and will be working on a team while assembly
parts on the brake line, in a fast-paced environment.More
specifically, this position will be responsible for activities
including, but not limited to the following:+ Builds brakes through
different processes including+ Lifting plates, arms and shoes onto
workstation table+ Assembling plates, shoe, arm and spring into
full brake assembly+ Loading assembled brakes onto pallet for
transport+ High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not
required+ Prior manufacturing experience on an assembly line,
preferred, but not required+ Ability to read and comprehend work
instructions and other simple documents. Demonstrates accuracy and
thoroughness and looks for ways to promote quality. Observes safety
procedures. Maintains good attendance.+ Hand tool experience is a
plus - totes, brakes, shoes, arms, springs, plates, pallets, small
carts, small hand tools+ Some examples of preferred competencies:+
Communication (verbal & written)+ Initiative & Energy+
Collaboration & Teamwork+ Adaptability & Agility+ Customer Focused+
Physical requirements+ Lifting up to 35 pounds+ Standing, reaching,
balancing, stretching lower extremeties constantly+ Grasping,
pinching and fine manipulation frequently+ Bending and squatting
occasionally+ Work Environment+ Working indoors where temperatures
could be hot/cold, depending on season+ Mandatory PPE for eyes,
ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or
injury+ May be required to work overtime, including
weekendsDisclaimer+ The above statements are intended to describe
the general nature of the level of work being performed by people
assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills
required of personnel in said position.ID: 2022-4200 External
Company Name: Dexter Axle Street: Plant 13 - Albion
Keywords: Dexter Axle, Fort Wayne , Brake Builder, Other , Albion, Indiana
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