Assembly Operator 3 - 1st shift

About the position

The Southern States LLC Assembly Operator 3 performs repetitive bench or line assembly operations to mass-produce high voltage electrical switches or switch subassemblies. This position requires a positive attitude, regular attendance, and a willingness to learn. The operator must be able to comprehend and follow instructions communicated in written, oral, and diagram form, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work area. The role involves working well with diverse groups or individuals.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand all assembly blueprints, assembly manuals, special assembly instructions and safety rules.
• Position and secure components on assembly fixture if required.
• Inspect and measure parts to ensure specified tolerance and quality.
• Place parts in specified relationship to each other following assembly blueprints.
• Fasten parts together with bolts, clips, screws, cements, or other fasteners, using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Tend machines such as drill presses, punch presses or riveting machines, to perform drilling, force fitting or fastening at assembly stations.
• Mark identifying information on parts.
• Remove small quantities of metal with hand files and air files to produce close fit between parts.
• Work at different work stations as production needs change.
• Install switch components, such as bearings, insulators, jaws, hinges, blades or counterbalances.
• Work on assembly line or work station where tasks vary as different models progress through production processes.
• Rework, repair, or replace faulty components.
• Clean and lubricate parts and assemblies.
• Maintain working area in a clean, safe and orderly condition.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Up to one month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to use simple mathematical and geometric devices, such as calculators, calipers, scales, measuring tapes, etc.
• Mandatory WorkKeys Ready: WorkKeys ACT Score (Applied Math - 3, Graphic Literacy - 4, Workplace Observation - 2).

Benefits

• Competitive wages & shift differential
• Weekly paycheck
• 10 Paid Holidays & Birthday Holiday
• Paid vacation
• Steel toe shoes reimbursements up to $135
• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Referral Program (up to $1,500 earned per referral)
• 401K retirement account
• Discount program with Verizon Wireless