Entry Level Manufacturing Associate

Legrand•West Hartford, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division is hiring an Entry Level Manufacturing Associate in West Hartford, Connecticut. The associate performs fabrication and assembly operations to produce a range of products, including products requiring complex operations. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team, with varying levels of supervision, and requires cross-training and rotation among assignments within a work cell or department.

Requirements

Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment; experience involving wiring and assembly is desirable.
Demonstrate the ability to perform standardized work processes.
Be capable of performing all work assignments within the classification through rotation within the work cell or department while meeting productivity and quality standards.
Be willing to cross-train and perform all rotational assignments within the work cell or department.
Ability to solve mathematical equations.
Good organizing and prioritization skills.
Ability to use basic hand tools and measuring instruments.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of standing and walking; frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand motions; lifting up to 40 pounds; clear verbal communication; close visual inspection; and working in a manufacturing environment with machinery and potential hazards.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience involving wiring and assembly.
Prior experience with corporations that make extensive use of continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

Perform fabrication and assembly activities, including pressing, tapping, welding, sealing, labeling, stamping, counting, loading and unloading, wire fabrication, device assembly, terminating connections, and product testing.
Pack, seal, and label products using required tools and equipment, and make minor machine adjustments to maintain quality standards.
Operate hand tools, air screwdrivers, tapping machines, and automated or semi-automated equipment.
Record and maintain material, production, quality, and productivity information using company systems.
Move completed work and materials using designated material handling equipment.
Load and unload work-in-process materials, including restarting and resetting machines as required.
Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in accordance with 5C practices and the Wiremold Production System.
Perform Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) activities on assigned tools, equipment, and machinery.
Comply with OSHA and company safety requirements and perform work safely.
Ensure work meets established quality and workmanship standards.
Work independently or as part of a team with varying levels of supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Group Leader or Supervisor.