Light-Bar Prep Assembler (7am - 3:30pm)

Must have the ability to prep parts and perform duties to pre-assemble a limited number of parts and components for a variety of products at various work stations through-out the light bar area. Must possess knowledge of reading prints, reading schedules and have the ability to build prep parts and assemble parts using variety of hand tools and other related fixtures. Must be able to fill out proper paperwork and make computer system transactions.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pre-prep assemblies for light-bar builders as well as build, test assemblies, and pull parts for service orders.

• Assemble a limited number of parts or components such as brackets, receptacles, reflectors, seals, simple drive mechanisms and similar units.

• Make electrical connections, with solder, rivet, stake or press to secure parts for variety of different products where sequence of operations is generally prescribed through standard work instructions.

• Work from schedules, shop orders, product/process spec sheets, standard work instructions, record production data, read blueprints and test instructions which are written or on computer.

• Review production schedules for specific periods of time and arrange parts for builders, store and retrieve materials, parts, and supplies in different storage locations.

• Accumulate and move items between storage areas and work cell using hand trucks or pallet jacks.

• Must be able to use and understand various computer screens to check a part's bin location, flow manufacturing, complete cycle counts, status of material, production orders, release production orders, change due dates, fill out part requisitions, finished good tickets, monitor inventory levels of finished good items, etc. Must be able to fill out non-conforming ticket and process non-conforming material disposition (including deleting components out of inventory in computer system).

• Use hand and power tools, pallet jacks, hand trucks, fixed gauges, jigs, meters, soldering irons, microcomputer, fax machines, riveters, and presses. Perform preventative maintenance (cleaning, oiling, inspecting, and minor adjustments) on equipment in the work cell.

• Train new and existing employees how to effectively work within the department, instruct them in all facets of the work cell operation.

• Follow safety rules and keep work cell area in a clean and orderly condition.

• Perform all related duties as required.

Education and Work Experience:

• High School diploma
• Experience with light mechanical and/or electrical assembly
• Ability to operate power tools, hand tools, pallet jacks, hand trucks, fixed gauges, jigs, meters, soldering irons, riveters, presses and crimping tools
• Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail and sound judgement

Wage Range: $18.32 - $22.14

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:

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 [email protected]. All other applications must be submitted online.