Omega Design Corporation

As part of Omega Design's commitment to workforce development, the company hosted a private, learning event for 55 university students on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021. Omega is a mentor and sponsor for the Junior Mechanical Engineering Design Project at the University of Delaware. The company invited these engineering students to its manufacturing facility to observe machine design theory in practice.

Lessons From Industry Junior Mechanical Engineers from the University of Delaware visit Omega Design on Sept. 10, 2021 to learn about machine design theory in practice.

Assembles and wires machines, equipment, and their sub-assemblies following engineering drawings and schematics as well as other written and verbal specifications.

Responsibilities of the Machine Assembler include:
• Responsible for performing tasks associated within the wide scope of mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and guarding of machines with minimal or no Supervision.
• Interprets and follows instructions on project specifications, mechanical, and electrical drawings and schematics, and processes. Ability to mentor the Production Tech 1 in blueprint and schematic interpretation.
• Proficient in the proper and safe use of hand and power tools including but not limited to screwdrivers, wrenches, cordless drill, corded drill, belt sander, and precision measuring tools (scale, tape measure, micrometer, calipers, etc.)
• Helps the Manufacturing Manager and Production Leads develop or revise standard operational and working practices.
• Consults with engineering personnel relative to modifications of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products.
• Problem Solving.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Confers with Manufacturing Manager and Production Leads to coordinate activities in individual areas.
• Recommends adjustments to work procedures in order to meet production schedules.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Utilizes and has the ability to mentor the Production Tech 1 in the Companies’ ERP system and Intranet to track and verify part availability. Demonstrates an understanding of parts lists and corresponding item numbers. Initiates corrective actions via the Engineering or Materials Department.
• Demonstrates the potential or ability to use fabricating and machining equipment at a beginner’s level and the desire to increase his/her skill level in other areas of the business (TIG welding, minor Machine Shop tasks, sheet metal fabrication, rail building)
• May assist the Production Lead during start-up and testing of a machine
• Applies the ability to document, compile, and retrieve production data.
Additional duties as assigned by the Manufacturing Manager or Production Lead

Requirements for Machine Assembler include:
• High school diploma or GED
• At least 12-18 months experience of related work experience
• Have average mechanical acuity and dexterity and demonstrate the ability to properly fit and assemble precision components using common hand tools.

Generosity is on full display at Omega! This year our employees donated and wrapped an overwhelming number of presents for our Angel Tree giving program. We are excited to hand these gifts off to the Community Youth and Women's Alliance (CYWA) in Coatesville, Pa, who will soon distribute the presents to local children in need of some Christmas cheer.