Assembly Operator (A-Tech) 3rd shift (11pm - 7:30am)

JTEKT North America•Piedmont, SC

About The Position

The Assembly Operator (A-Tech) supports manufacturing activities in accordance with policies and procedures for successful manufacturing operations. The role involves learning to operate and maintain various equipment while emphasizing quality, IATF 16949 standards, safety and environmental requirements, 5S housekeeping, and productivity. The employee must be flexible to work in any area of the operation and on assigned shifts, and may perform other duties as directed by management. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The work is performed in manufacturing areas and requires use of personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses with side shields. The employee must be able to perform repetitive physical activities throughout the shift, including standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, and fine finger movements. Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. Overtime is required as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations and ergonomics-oriented practices.
Ability to understand and demonstrate standard work.
Proficient English communication skills.
Ability to learn equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and flexibly across operational areas.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to work overtime as needed per business need.
Ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach above and below the shoulders, move repetitively from left to right, grasp, and perform fine finger movements throughout the shift.
May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses with side shields.

Responsibilities

Learn to operate and maintain various equipment at an acceptable level.
Emphasize quality, IATF 16949 standards, safety and environmental requirements, 5S housekeeping, and productivity.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Work in any area of the operation as needed.
Maintain a positive outlook in conversation and conduct.
Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
Maintain 5S in the assigned area.
Travel as required.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned by management.
Work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.
Attend work regularly and punctually.