Assembler Intermediate -1st Shift

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

16h

About The Position

S&C Electric Company is hiring an Assembler for its Vista & Vista SD Assembly team. The role assembles VISTA units and related subassemblies in a production environment, maintaining continuous productive activity and meeting requirements within time constraints. The assembly line may have up to six stations. The employee will initially be assigned to one station and must be flexible to work at additional stations as business needs require. Work involves repetitive tasks requiring eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, frequent use of hand and power tools, and occasional work on ladders or inside tight compartments. The position is based on a Monday–Friday first-shift schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; overtime may be required based on business needs. The estimated hourly base pay is $24.25, and the role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical operations.
Ability to use basic shop math and measurement tools such as tape measures.
Ability to follow standard work instructions, assembly drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of and ability to use air impact tools and other handheld tools.
Two years of mechanical assembly and/or electrical wiring experience. Candidates with electrical or mechanical trade school education may also be considered.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Assemble VISTA Switch units on the assembly line and directly on the shop floor.
Identify, transport, install, mount, and bolt components, including bus assemblies, high-voltage switches, mounting and support plates, and lock assemblies. Components range from 5 to 50 pounds, with assistance as needed.
Perform mechanical inspections using torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and tape measures.
Use simple material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, gauges, instruments, and overhead cranes.
Operate simple machinery, such as automatic press machines.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and manufacturing drawings.
Measure, cut, route, bundle, and label wires according to engineering specifications.
Use hand tools and specialized equipment, including crimpers, wire strippers, cutters, heat guns, and torque tools.
Crimp terminals, lugs, connectors, and other electrical components in accordance with established standards.
Verify wire sizes, colors, routing, and terminations against drawings and work instructions.
Conduct continuity checks and basic electrical inspections to ensure proper assembly.
Identify and report material shortages, drawing discrepancies, quality concerns, or process issues.
Work with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to meet customer and production requirements.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental and vision coverage.
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and a Health Savings Account.
Group life insurance and optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Program and family-forming benefits such as adoption and fertility support.
Vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, and company shutdown days.
Short-term disability, long-term disability, other leaves, paid parental time, and military leave.
401(k) retirement savings plan with traditional and Roth options.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component, with annual company contributions for eligible KSOP participants described as over 11% of eligible earnings, including a 3% core contribution, up to 3.5% match, and variable periodic contributions.
Annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.