Assembly Operator, 3rd shift

BorgWarner • Seneca, SC

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About The Position

The Assembly Operator assembles components, loads, unloads, and operates assembly machines in a fast-paced environment to produce quality products. The operator must be willing to train on and perform all assembly line operations in the BorgWarner Assembly manufacturing process, and may be assigned any tasks or positions within the Assembly department by the Team Lead/Coordinator.

The role follows standard work procedures, job aids, work instructions, or oral instructions to meet component flow requirements and cycle times. It includes visually inspecting and assembling small components, using hand-held gauges, handling automatic transmission fluid, making SAP entries as needed, and supporting housekeeping and continuous-improvement activities. Operators must follow safety protocols, wear required PPE, and process defective parts using appropriate hold tags and the nonconforming-material procedure.

The work involves prolonged standing, repetitive assembly and material-handling activities, occasional stair climbing, and lifting up to 35 pounds repetitively to shoulder height. The work environment is fast-paced with moderate noise. Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or successful completion of a basic skills assessment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability and willingness to be trained on and perform all assembly line operations.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, including while operating stand-up lifts.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 35 pounds to shoulder height.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including assembly, walking, standing, lifting, and loading/unloading carts.
• Ability to occasionally climb steps.
• Ability to comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of assembly-related experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced industrial lean environment.

Responsibilities

• Train on and perform all assembly line operations within the Assembly manufacturing process.
• Visually inspect and assemble small components to quality standards.
• Use hand-held gauges and work with automatic transmission fluid.
• Safely operate equipment in the Assembly department.
• Follow job aids, work instructions, or oral instructions to execute component flow requirements.
• Manually load, unload, and maneuver materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, baskets, and shelves, on foot and by hand as required.
• Support 5S and housekeeping activities as required.
• Use appropriate hold tags to process defective parts through the nonconforming-material procedure.
• Complete SAP entries and transactions as needed.
• Follow standard work procedures to assemble units and contribute to development and continuous improvement of standards.
• Perform required work steps within required cycle time.
• Wear required PPE and follow safety protocols.
• Safely perform tasks assigned by the Team Lead/Coordinator, including positions throughout the Assembly department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED